Black dumplings

See also: Silesian dumplings

Kluski czarne (black dumplings; Silesian: czorne kluski), also known as kluski polskie (Polish dumplings; polske knedle) or kluski żelazne (iron dumplings; żelazne knedle), are a variety of dumplings popular in Silesia. In addition to minced potatoes and flour, the dough contains also potato starch, which adds to its colour.^[1]

Kluski czarne

Black dumplings, kluski żelazne
Type	Dumpling
Region or state	Silesia
Main ingredients	Potatoes, flour, potato starch
Media: Kluski czarne

They differ from the Silesian white dumplings in that they are usually not made with mashed cooked potatoes, but with grated raw potatoes.^[2][3] Both black and white dumplings are served at weddings and other traditional feasts in Silesia. According to tradition, they should be served in odd numbers.^[3]