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Nutritional Values

🔥700kcal
💪25gProtein
🌾70gCarbs
🥑35gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy 🥚 Eggs

Pinzgau Bacon Dumplings

How to order / say it
Say it Pinzgauer Kasnocken — [PIN-tsgau KAS-nok-en]
Order I'd like the Pinzgauer Kasnocken, please.
Locally Ich hätte gerne die Pinzgauer Kasnocken, bitte.
Say locally

Hearty dumplings with bacon, cheese, and fried onion garnish.

Why try it?

Pinzgauer Kasnocken offers a taste of the rich gastronomy of the Zell am See region. It’s a local favorite symbolizing the alpine lifestyle and comfort foods.

How it tastes

The dumplings are savory with a cheesiness that complements the smoky bacon. Fried onions add a crisp texture and sweet note, creating a comforting balance.

Origin & History — first documented: 1800

Originating in the Pinzgau region, this dish has been a staple of alpine cooking for centuries. Passed down through generations, it reflects the hearty food traditions of the area.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 200 g all-purpose flour
  • 🥚 2 eggs
  • 🥛 100 ml milk
  • 🥛 150 g cheese
  • 🥩 100 g bacon
  • 🥛 30 g butter
  • 🧄 2 onions

Method

  1. 1 Mix flour, eggs, milk into a thick batter; fold in cheese.
  2. 2 Cook bacon and onions until crispy; set aside.
  3. 3 Form batter into small dumplings; drop into boiling water.
  4. 4 Cook until dumplings float; drain and toss with bacon and onions.

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