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Spinach Spaetzle

Cultural Context

Spinach Spaetzle, or Spinatspätzle, hails from Germany, where spaetzle is a beloved traditional dish. Originating from the Swabian region, this dish showcases the versatility of spaetzle, which can be enriched with various ingredients like spinach for added flavor and nutrition. It's often served as a side dish or main course, complementing meats or served with a sauce. Today, variations can be found across Europe and beyond, with many home cooks adding their unique twists to this classic.

GermanDEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
400g All-purpose flour
200g Creamed spinach
50ml Water
4 Eggs
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Cracked black pepper
2 pinches Nutmeg

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats and is often cheaper.

1

Bring water to a boil.

2

Add creamed spinach to the flour.

3

Add the 4 eggs.

4

Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

5

Add approximately 50 ml of water.

6

Mix everything into a smooth dough.

7

Prepare a bowl with cold water and a slotted spoon.

8

Press the dough through a spaetzle grater.

9

Let them cook for about 7 minutes. When the spaetzle float to the top, remove them with the slotted spoon and place them in the cold water.

10

If you plan to use them immediately, you don't need to place them in cold water.

11

You can sauté them in some butter or olive oil to add extra flavor. Garnish with grated cheese, herbs, or a creamy sauce to your liking.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

slotted spoonspaetzle grater

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

SpinatspätzleGreen Spaetzle
Local Name: Spinatspätzle

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