How to Make Spaetzle I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spaetzle, also known as knöpfle or spätzli, is a traditional German egg noodle that is popular in Austrian and Southern German cuisine. This soft egg noodle is typically served as a side dish, often with rich and hearty sauces or stews, and is a beloved comfort food in the region.

While spaetzle can be found in supermarkets in pre-packaged form, making homemade spaetzle is a simple and rewarding process. With just a few basic ingredients and a spaetzle maker or colander, you can creat...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup water

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In large bowl, combine flour, eggs and salt. Add water a little at a time to form a soft dough.
  • Boil 2 quarts of water in a large pot. Squeeze dough out into the water using noodle or fruit press or by pressing through a colander with large holes. When noodles float to the top of the water, they are done (3 to 4 minutes). Serve as a side or main dish.
  • Nutrition

    544 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 231mg
    • Sodium: 771mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 96g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 217mg