How to boil dumplings in a pot

Dumplings are one of the popular semi-finished products in our country. To prepare a quick lunch, it is enough to drop frozen dumplings into a pot of boiling water, boil for 10 minutes - and the dish is ready to serve.

How long to boil dumplings

The cooking time for dumplings depends on the thickness of the dough. The size of the dumplings and the presence of freezing also matter. Cooking time is counted from the moment the water boils again after the dumplings are added. Large frozen semi-finished products are boiled for 10 minutes, while small ones only need to be cooked for 7 minutes. The cooking time for fresh large dumplings is 8 minutes, and for small ones, 6 minutes.

It's useful to know. When determining the cooking time for a semi-finished product, refer to the packaging. A conscientious manufacturer always provides cooking instructions on the label.

Instructions for preparing semi-finished products.

Boiling in a pot is a traditional method of cooking dumplings. Step-by-step instructions:

1. Decide on the size of the pot - for 1 kilogram of dumplings, you will need 3 liters of water. To prevent the liquid from overflowing during cooking, for this amount of water, take a pot with a capacity of 6 liters.
2. Pour drinking water into the pot - fill the pot halfway. There should definitely be space left for adding the dumplings. Heat on the stove until boiling.
3. Prepare broth from your favorite spices - add black peppercorns, a couple of bay leaves, dried vegetables, or universal seasoning to the water. Don't forget the salt - add it to the water to taste.
4. Once the broth reaches a boil, place the frozen dumplings into the pot. Occasionally stir the broth with a spoon to ensure the dumplings don't stick together or stick to the bottom.
5. Reduce the heat to low - boil until the dough is cooked (about 10 minutes).
6. Place the cooked dumplings on a plate, generously sprinkle with herbs, and add a piece of butter. They can be served with sour cream or broth.