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Authentic German Spaetzle

A delightful dish of soft and chewy noodles from Germany, perfect with various sauces and toppings, and easy to prepare for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spaetzle Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk or water
  • 1 tsp salt
For Sautéing
  • 2 tbsp butter for sautéing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk (or water), and salt until the mixture is smooth and slightly sticky.
  2. Let the dough rest for 5-10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Using a Spaetzle maker or colander, press small amounts of dough into the boiling water.
  3. Cook the Spaetzle for 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
  4. Remove them with a slotted spoon.
Sautéing
  1. In a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the cooked Spaetzle and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until golden and slightly crispy on the edges.
  3. Serve the Spaetzle immediately as a side dish or toss with cheese for Käsespätzle.

Notes

Leftover Spaetzle can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to three months. For variations, consider using whole grain flour, protein powder, or almond flour.