Spaetzli are traditional German egg noodles that offer a comforting, home-style experience. These handmade dumplings have a unique tender-yet-chewy texture, distinct from standard pasta. Made with simple ingredients like unbleached flour, eggs, salt, and a hint of nutmeg, they provide a versatile base for any meal. Whether pan-fried in butter for a golden crust or served soft alongside hearty stews and soups, spaetzli bring warmth to the table. They are an excellent vegetarian side dish or main component, perfect for family dinners or when you crave something satisfying and rustic. Mastering this recipe adds a delightful culinary skill to your repertoire.
Spaetzli Or Spaetzle (Egg Noodles
Description
Spaetzli are traditional German egg noodles that offer a comforting, home-style experience. These handmade dumplings have a unique tender-yet-chewy texture, distinct from standard pasta. Made with simple ingredients like unbleached flour, eggs, salt, and a hint of nutmeg, they provide a versatile base for any meal. Whether pan-fried in butter for a golden crust or served soft alongside hearty stews and soups, spaetzli bring warmth to the table. They are an excellent vegetarian side dish or main component, perfect for family dinners or when you crave something satisfying and rustic. Mastering this recipe adds a delightful culinary skill to your repertoire.Ingredients
Directions
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Sift the flour, salt, and nutmeg together into a large mixing bowl.
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Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the beaten eggs and 1/4 cup of water.
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Beat the mixture with a wooden spoon, gradually adding more water as needed until the dough is slightly sticky but elastic and stiff.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
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Using a spaetzle maker, a colander with medium-sized holes, or a cutting board, press or cut the dough into small pieces directly into the boiling water.
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Cook the spaetzli for about 5 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
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Remove the spaetzli from the water with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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Melt the butter in a skillet over low heat and brown the spaetzli until golden, or serve immediately with soup or stew.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 764.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14.1g22%
- Saturated Fat 8.0g40%
- Cholesterol 32.2mg11%
- Sodium 4975.1mg208%
- Total Carbohydrate 137.0g46%
- Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 18.2g37%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
