Quark Spaetzle
Indulge in the comforting, homemade goodness of Quark Spaetzle, a delightful twist on the classic German noodle dish. This recipe features a creamy batter made with rich quark cheese, eggs, and a hint of nutmeg, creating tender, chewy spaetzle with a subtle tang. Sautéed in butter until golden and finished with a generous layer of melted Emmental or Gruyere cheese, this dish is pure comfort in every bite. Perfect as a hearty side or satisfying main course, Quark Spaetzle is easy to make with basic pantry staples and comes together in just 35 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley for a final touch of elegance, and enjoy this cheesy, buttery treat your whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 3 large Eggs
- 200 grams Quark cheese
- 100 milliliters Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 100 grams Grated cheese (e.g., Emmental or Gruyere)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, quark cheese, milk, salt, and nutmeg until smooth and well-combined.
Gradually add the flour to the wet mixture, stirring to form a thick, sticky batter. The batter should be elastic and slightly runny but thick enough to hold its shape. Cover the mixture and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. In the meantime, prepare a slotted spoon or colander to drain the cooked Spaetzle.
Using a Spaetzle maker, box grater, or colander with large holes, press the batter through into the simmering water. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Cook the Spaetzle until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked Spaetzle and transfer them to a colander to drain.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cooked Spaetzle and sauté for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden and heated through.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the grated cheese over the Spaetzle. Toss gently to combine and allow the cheese to melt.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy this creamy and comforting dish as a side or main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 165 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 3411 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.5 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 78.2 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1215 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 378 mg | 8% | |
*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.
