Spätzle Dough
A simple, quick dough for homemade spätzle, made with just flour, eggs, and water. Perfect for a weeknight side dish or a hearty addition to soups and stews.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 11g
Ingredients
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Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups flour and 1 teaspoon salt. Make a well in the center and crack the 3 eggs into it.
Step 2
Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs, then add the 1/2 cup water a little at a time, stirring until a thick, sticky batter forms.
Step 3
Beat the batter vigorously with a wooden spoon for 2-3 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic. It should be too thick to pour but will slowly drop from a spoon.
Step 4
Let the dough rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 5
Press the dough through a spätzle maker or a colander with large holes directly into the boiling water. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the spätzle float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- wooden spoon
- spätzle maker or colander
- large pot
- slotted spoon
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