Czech cuisine

Ovocné knedlíky (fruit dumplings)

Whole plums or strawberries wrapped in quark dough, boiled and served with butter and sugar.

Well-cooked hot dish

Ovocné knedlíky (fruit dumplings) — Czech cuisine. Photograph of the dish.

Ingredients

The fruit is wrapped in dough, boiled for 8–10 minutes and served hot.

Wash the fruit well and cook until the centre is hot. Use pasteurised quark; skip the raw grated quark topping and use butter and sugar.

Your diet during treatment is agreed with your doctor. Sample 7-day menu for the treatment period →

Keep raw dumplings frozen and cook them from frozen. Refrigerate cooked leftovers and eat them within a day.

Return to boiling water or steam until hot right through.

Low appetite. Gives a lot of energy and protein in a small portion — can help when appetite is low.
Weight loss. Energy-dense and easy to enrich (oil, cheese, yoghurt) — can help with weight loss.
Mouth sores. Soft and moist; easier to eat without spicy or sour additions.

These are general observations: what suits you can change from day to day.

Phase notes are general. During low counts, follow only your care team’s food rules.

Diabetes, Obesity. A sweet dish. With diabetes or weight concerns, discuss portion size with your team.
Autoimmune disease, Stomach and gut. Contains wheat (gluten). With coeliac disease and some autoimmune conditions, discuss it with your team.
Stomach and gut. Contains dairy. With lactose intolerance or bowel problems, discuss suitability with your team.

Nutrition figures from a reliable source have not been added for this dish yet.

Medical disclaimerThis information is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.