Kräuterspätzle (German Herb Spaetzle)
A recipe for Kräuterspätzle (German Herb Spaetzle)! This homemade Spätzle is seasoned with a variety of chopped, fresh herbs and boiled until tender.
Servings 2 -4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sparkling water
- 3-4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour and salt.
- Use a wooden spoon to vigorously mix in the eggs and water to create a thick batter.
- As you are mixing, the dough should become elastic with air bubbles forming as it pulls from the edges.
- Cover the bowl with a towel and allow to rest at room temperature for 10-20 minutes.
- Stir the fresh herbs into the rested dough until evenly combined.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Place a spaetzle press or large-holed colander over the pot and fill with the batter.
- Slide the press back and forth or use a wooden spoon to press the batter through the holes of the colander to create the dumplings.
- Cook until the dumplings float to the top. Remove with a strainer, rinse with cold water, and drain.
- Serve immediately as desired or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to a couple of days.