Spaetzle

Spaetzle is a dish of tiny noodles or dumplings made with flour, eggs, water or milk and a pinch of nutmeg. German in origin, spaetzle is also a popular accompanying dish in the Alcase region of northeastern France.

Basic Recipe:
2-1/4 Cup sifted Flour
1 beaten Egg
2/3 Cup Water
1/2 teaspoon salt
dash of Nutmeg

Make a small dough that will not flow or run off a spoon. Let the batter stand for about 30 minutes.

Shaping this authentic dumpling is almost effortless when using a spaetzle maker. Place the tool over boiling water and load the prepared dough in the upper safety chamber. The little dumplings are formed and drop into the water as you glide the chamber back and forth, pushing it through the shaping screen.

After they float to the surface, they are drained and tossed with melted butter and seasonings and served as a side dish, usually a hearty beef or veal stew. Spaetzle dumplings are small enough to also be added to soups.

Please relax and enjoy your shopping experience at the Kitchen Emporium and check out the various spaetzle makers we sell.

Bon Appétit and happy browsing.