Indulge in the delightful world of spätzle, a traditional German noodle dish that has captured the hearts of food lovers worldwide. These small, irregularly shaped dumplings, also known as "little sparrows," are a versatile culinary delight that can be enjoyed in a myriad of ways. In this article, we present three enticing recipes that showcase the culinary versatility of spätzle. From the classic Käsespätzle, a cheesy and comforting dish, to the hearty and flavorful Herb Spätzle, and the light and refreshing Spätzle Salad, this collection offers a range of options to suit every palate. Whether you prefer a comforting and indulgent meal or a lighter and healthier option, these spätzle recipes are sure to tantalize your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of German cuisine.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SWEET AND SPICY GARLIC KIELBASA WITH SAUTEED HERB SPAETZLE
This sweet and spicy garlic kielbasa is rich and smooth with a spicy pop for the tongue! The sauteed herb spaetzle balances the spice just perfectly!
Provided by Kimberly Kace Leetch
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix flour, basil, parsley, garlic salt, and pepper together in a large bowl, and make a well in the center of the mixture.
- Whisk eggs and 1 cup water together in a medium bowl. Pour into the well in the flour. Stir until well combined; spaetzle dough will be thick and sticky.
- Bring remaining 4 cups water to a boil in a pot over high heat; add salt.
- Meanwhile, place spaetzle dough onto a cutting board. Slice off tiny dollops of dough, about the size of a pretzel stick, using a sharp knife. Drop into boiling water and cook until they float to the top of the pot, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer dollops to a bowl using a slotted spoon. Set aside.
- Melt butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add brown sugar, garlic, and cayenne and stir until sugar is melted, about 1 minute. Add kielbasa and cooked spaetzle to butter mixture; stir over medium-high heat until kielbasa is warmed, 4 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 147.7 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1819.6 mg, Sugar 12.1 g
HERB SPAETZLE
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil over medium heat.
- In a small bowl whisk together the eggs and milk until they are a homogeneous mixture.
- In a large bowl, add flour and make a hole in the flour. Add a pinch of salt and using a fork, gradually combine the milk/egg mixture with the flour. Mix until they are just combined. Stir in 1/4 cup of the herbs.
- Place the batter in a colander over the boiling water. Using a rubber spatula or a spaetzle maker, push the batter through a colander into the boiling water. Boil the spaetzle for 2 to 3 minutes or until firm. Drain the spaetzle and place in a medium bowl. Add some olive oil and the remaining 1/4 cup of herbs. Toss to coat evenly and serve immediately.
- What cuties!
FRESH HERB SPAETZLE
These little drop dumplings are easy to make - and eat. A classic spaetzle maker resembles a food mill fitted with a large-holed plate, but other utensils with 1/4-inch diameter holes will work too.
Provided by Dorie Greenspan
Categories Milk/Cream Egg Herb Mushroom Side Sauté Nutmeg Boil Bon Appétit Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Blend flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in large bowl. Whisk in eggs and milk, forming soft batter. Mix in half of herbs.
- Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Butter large bowl. Working with 1/3 cup batter at a time and using rubber spatula, press batter directly into boiling water through 1/4-inch holes on coarse grater, strainer, or wide ladle. Stir spaetzle to separate and boil 2 minutes. Using fine sieve, scoop spaetzle from pot, drain well, and transfer to buttered bowl. (Can be prepared 3 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter with 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms; sauté until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes. Add onion; sauté until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon oil, and spaetzle. Sauté until spaetzle begin to brown, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add 3/4 cup broth. Simmer until broth is absorbed, adding more broth if dry. Mix in remaining herbs; season with salt and pepper.
PORK SAUSAGE WITH HERB SPAETZLE
Steps:
- For the sausage: In a large bowl, combine the pork, garlic, sage, salt and crushed red pepper. Run the mixture through a meat grinder fitted with the die with the largest holes. Repeat so that all the meat goes through the grinder twice. Add the water and Parmesan and mix together.
- Attach the sausage-stuffing attachment to the meat grinder, keeping the grinder blade and die in place. Place a generous amount of the sausage mixture into the grinder pan. Give the casings a slight bit of resistance by holding onto the sausage stuffer with three fingers and letting the casing slip through your thumb and forefinger. Turn the machine on and fill the casings, being careful to avoid any air bubbles.
- Twist the casings to create evenly-sized 4-inch sausages. Tie the sausages with butcher's twine to keep them nicely sealed, then prick all over with a pin or skewer to allow steam to escape while cooking (you don't want to have a blow-out!).
- Place the sausage links into boiling water and parboil for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the water, reserving the sausage water for spätzle, and transfer sausages to a preheated saute pan slicked with oil. Saute until browned, about 6 minutes.
- For the spaetzle: Bring the sausage water back to a boil over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until homogeneous.
- Add the flour to a large bowl and make a well in the flour. Add a pinch of salt and then, with a fork, gradually combine the milk-egg mixture with the flour. Mix until just combined. Stir in half of the dill, marjoram, oregano and parsley (1/4 cup total).
- Place the batter in a colander set over the boiling sausage water. Using a rubber spatula or a spaetzle maker, push the batter through the colander and into the water. Boil the spaetzle until firm, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and add to a preheated saute pan slicked with oil. Add the savoy cabbage, white wine and mustard and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Finish with the butter.
- Serve 2 sausages to a plate with herb spaetzle on the side.
HERB SPAETZLE
German dumplings jazzed up with a little non-traditional seasoning. After dough is cooked you can either serve with brown gravy or cook in 2 tablespoons of butter with thinly sliced onion.
Provided by nyc cooking gal
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix flour, basil, and onion powder in a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Whisk eggs and 1 3/4 cups water in another bowl; pour egg mixture into the well and stir until combined. Dough will be thick.
- Bring 4 cups water and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil in a wide pot. Place part of the dough into a spaetzle press or potato ricer. Press dough into boiling water; cook and stir until pasta is tender, about 1 minutes. Remove pasta with a slotted spoon to a large bowl. Repeat with remaining dough.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.4 calories, Carbohydrate 65.7 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 2393.4 mg, Sugar 1 g
Tips:
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. If fresh herbs are not available, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount since they are more concentrated.
- If you don't have a spaetzle maker, you can use a potato ricer to press the dough into boiling water.
- Cook the spaetzle in a large pot of boiling water so that it has plenty of room to move around and cook evenly.
- Don't overcook the spaetzle. It should be cooked through, but still have a slight bite to it.
- Serve the spaetzle immediately with your favorite sauce or topping. You can also reheat it in a pan with some butter or oil.
Conclusion:
Herb spaetzle is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's easy to make and can be customized with your favorite herbs and toppings. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy pasta, give herb spaetzle a try!
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