Ingredients:
- 300 grams All-purpose wheat flour (Spelt flour can be used for authenticity)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Water (as needed to adjust dough texture)
- A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- Beer (for enjoying the process!)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5-10 minutes
Total Time: 20-25 minutes
Equipment: A pot for boiling water, a Spätzle board or press, a spatula or knife, a colander or slotted spoon
Servings: 3-4
Instructions:
1. Begin by thoroughly mixing your eggs in a bowl. The reason for starting with eggs is to ensure you achieve a fluid, creamy dough rather than a dry and sturdy one.
2. Dissolve the salt in with the eggs using a whisk or fork.
3. Gradually sift in the flour to the egg mixture in increments to allow for proper integration and consistency. Continue adding flour until you reach a texture that’s not too thick but rather, slightly resistant and creamy.
4. If you've added too much flour, don't worry; correct the dough consistency by adding a bit of water until you achieve a smoother, more elastic quality.
5. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes to allow it to develop a smoother texture.
6. While the dough is resting, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
7. Traditionally, the Spätzle dough is spread on a wet, wooden Spätzle board. You take the dough, spread it on the board, and quickly cut slim pieces into the boiling water. If you do not have a Spätzle board, you can use a Spätzle press to create your noodles.
8. Cook the Spätzle in the boiling water until they float to the surface, indicating they are done - this should take about 2-3 minutes.
9. Remove the Spätzle from the water with a colander or slotted spoon and place them in a dish. They can be served immediately or pan-fried with a little butter until lightly golden for added flavor and texture.
Cooking Tips:
- The dough should be moist and slightly sticky, not firm like traditional pasta dough.
- Be sure to keep the Spätzle pieces small and thin for quick cooking.
- Keep the cooked Spätzle warm in a covered dish if not serving immediately.
This authentic Swabian Spätzle recipe is brought to you by Flo's German Kitchen. Dive into traditional German cooking by visiting their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FlosGermanKitchen.
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Spätzle: Versatile egg noodles.
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