Maultaschen: Germany’s iconic stuffed pasta

Germany has its own version of stuffed pasta — and it comes with a fascinating backstory. Maultaschen are Swabia’s most iconic comfort food: pasta dough filled with meat, vegetables, herbs and tradition. In this video, we visit a family-run inn in southern Germany to learn how authentic Swabian Maultaschen are made — from scratch — and why they’re nicknamed “little God cheaters.” Legend has it that a monk once hid meat inside the dough during Lent, hoping God wouldn’t notice. Whether that’s true or not, one thing is certain: Maultaschen are deeply rooted in German food culture and loved across the country. What’s the most popular stuffed dough dish in your country? Tell us in the comments! CHAPTERS 00:00 Germany’s favorite stuffed dumpling 00:39 A 160-year-old family tradition 00:58 Ingredients for authentic Maultaschen 01:25 Preparing the filling 02:20 Filling the pasta dough 02:48 How Maultaschen are served 03:37 The “little God cheaters” legend 03:58 Why Maultaschen matter to Swabia 04:34 Vegetarian versions & maundy Thursday #dweuromaxx #germanfood #maultaschen ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ CREDITS Report: Christine Lebert Camera: Moritz Kessler Edit: Marcel Epple Supervising Editor: Gönna Ketels Thumbnail Photograph: © picture alliance/Zoonar ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe to DW Food: https://bit.ly/DWFood_Sub DW Food brings you the perfect blend of culinary trends, easy DIY recipes, exciting food secrets & a look behind the scenes of Europe’s culinary culture.