Herbed Spaetzle
Delight in the rustic charm of homemade *Herbed Spaetzle*, a traditional German dumpling dish elevated with fresh parsley and chives for a burst of herbaceous flavor. This quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, and milk to create tender, pillowy dumplings, which are gently cooked and then sautéed in golden butter for a hint of crispness. Optional freshly grated Parmesan adds a layer of savory richness, making this dish perfect as a comforting side or a simple yet satisfying main course. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, this herbed spaetzle is a versatile and impressive addition to any meal, capturing the essence of hearty, homemade comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for sautéing)
- 0.25 cup Freshly grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and ground black pepper.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and stir in the whole milk.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until smooth. The batter will be thick but still pourable. Fold in the chopped parsley and chives.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil.
Place the spaetzle batter into a spaetzle maker or press through the holes of a colander with a spoon, letting the batter drop into the boiling water.
Cook the spaetzle in batches, stirring gently to prevent clumping. When the spaetzle floats to the surface (after 2–3 minutes), use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a bowl.
Once all batches are cooked, heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the spaetzle to the skillet and sauté for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and coated in butter.
Optional: Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan over the spaetzle before serving for extra richness.
Serve warm as a side dish or main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.7 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.9 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 683 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 3541 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.9 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 69.9 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 975 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 897 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
