Description
Buttery German Spaetzle is a soft, egg noodle dish, a staple in German cuisine. It’s simple to make and incredibly versatile, perfect as a side dish or a main course.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, salt, and nutmeg until a smooth, thick batter forms.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
- Using a spaetzle maker, a colander with large holes, or a perforated cutting board, press or scrape the batter into the boiling water.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the spaetzle float to the surface.
- Drain the spaetzle and return them to the pot.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the drained spaetzle to the skillet and toss gently to coat with butter.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until lightly golden and heated through.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can use half milk and half heavy cream.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Spaetzle can be served with a variety of sauces, gravies, or as a side dish to meats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Buttery German Spaetzle, egg noodles, German side dish, homemade spaetzle, butter noodles