Biergarten Spätzle Recipe: A Classic German Delight
Prep Time: 18 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes
Description: This delightful Biergarten Spätzle recipe, shared generously by a charming Disney restaurant, offers a simple yet superb taste of German cuisine. The secret to perfect Spätzle lies in cooking in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pot, ensuring each piece achieves that ideal texture and flavor. This dish is as pleasing as it is straightforward, making it a wonderful addition to any meal.
Ingredients:
- 10 large eggs 🥚
- 3 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- ½ cup semolina flour 🌾
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal 🌽
- ¾ teaspoon salt 🧂
- 5 cups water 💧
- 1 tablespoon butter 🧈
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) 🌿
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, semolina flour, cornmeal, and salt. Stir these ingredients together until they are well incorporated, creating a uniform mixture.
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Mix the Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs to the dry mixture. Gradually incorporate the water into the mixture, stirring continuously until you achieve a thick yet slightly wet batter. The consistency should be firm but not overly dry.
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Boil the Water: Fill a 10-quart pot three-quarters full with water. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the water and bring it to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. The oil helps prevent the Spätzle from sticking together.
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Cook the Spätzle: Using a Spätzle maker or a large-holed colander, press the batter through the holes into the boiling water. Work in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pot, which can lead to uneven cooking. The Spätzle is ready when it floats to the top of the water, which happens quickly, typically within 2-3 minutes.
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Remove and Keep Warm: As each batch floats to the top, use a slotted spoon to transfer the Spätzle to a bowl or container with a lid. Cover it to keep warm while you cook the remaining batches.
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Drain Excess Water: Once all the Spätzle is cooked, drain any excess water from the cooked pieces.
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Sauté the Spätzle: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cooked Spätzle and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the pieces begin to turn golden brown and develop a slightly crunchy texture.
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Season and Garnish: Season the Spätzle with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Biergarten Spätzle, a fantastic and kid-friendly side dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
Servings: 6
Calories per Serving: 470.3
Fat Content: 17.6 g
Saturated Fat Content: 8.5 g
Cholesterol Content: 335.6 mg
Sodium Content: 948.1 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 58.4 g
Fiber Content: 2.2 g
Sugar Content: 0.7 g
Protein Content: 17.6 g
