Silesian Dumplings

Silesian dumplings (Silesian: Gumiklyjzy, Silesian German: Schläsche Kließla, Klöße, Polish: Kluski śląskie) are potato dumplings very popular in Silesia. They are also popular in neighboring regions.

There are two major varieties: white dumplings and black dumplings, with quite different appearance and taste. The dumplings often feature a small hole or depression in the center.

The dish consisting of the dumplings, fried beef rouladen with rich gravy, and boiled red cabbage is (or used to be) an invariable component of the Sunday dinner in many traditional Silesian families. Left-over dumplings can be reheated or fried (like potatoes) for supper and eaten with left-over gravy or butter.