Green Spätzle Recipe – A Twist to the Classic Dish

If you’re a fan of pasta, then you surely know about Spätzle. This soft egg noodle is originally from German cuisine but has become a popular dish all over the world. While the classic Spätzle recipe includes only basic ingredients like flour, eggs, and salt, in recent years, variations of the dish have started to gain popularity. One such variation is Green Spätzle.

Green Spätzle is a twist on the classic dish made by blending fresh spinach leaves into the Spätzle dough. Not only does this addition give the noodles a vibrant color, but it also adds a healthy dose of greens to your plate! So without further ado, here’s how to make Green Spätzle from scratch in your own kitchen.

Ingredients:

– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
– 1/2 cup milk (optional)
– Water as needed
– 2 tbsp butter
– 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Start by making the Spinach puree. Take 1 cup of fresh spinach leaves and wash them thoroughly under cold water. Blanch the spinach in boiling water until tender, for about 2-3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

2. Place the cooked spinach in a blender or food processor and blend until you get a smooth puree. Set this aside while you prepare the Spätzle dough.

3. In a large mixing bowl, add 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp of salt, and 1/4 tsp of grated nutmeg. Mix together with your hands or a fork.

4. Next, crack 2 large eggs and whisk them lightly in a separate bowl. Pour this over the flour mixture and stir everything together. If the dough seems dry, add in a few tablespoons of milk until it comes together.

5. Add the spinach puree to the dough and mix until everything is well combined. The dough should be slightly sticky and green in color.

6. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil on the stove. While the water is heating up, prepare a colander set above a bowl to drain the cooked Spätzle.

7. Take a Spätzle maker or a colander with large holes and place some dough inside the device. Hold it over the boiling water, and press the dough through the holes a spatula. The dough will drop into the boiling water as small noodle-like shapes.

8. Cook the Spätzle for 2-3 minutes or until they float to the surface. Use a slotted spoon or spider to scoop the noodles out of the water and place them into the colander to drain.

9. Repeat the process with the remaining dough until all the Spätzle has been made. If you don’t have a Spätzle maker, you can also use a large holed cheese grater to form the noodles.

10. Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat and melt 2 tbsp of butter. Add in the cooked Spätzle to the pan and toss until the noodles are coated in butter.

11. Lastly, sprinkle with 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and toss again until the cheese is melted and the Spätzle is golden brown.

That’s it! Serve your Green Spätzle hot and enjoy the healthy twist you’ve given to this classic dish.

Conclusion

Green Spätzle is a fun way to add some color and nutrition to your dinner plate. With only a few simple ingredients, you can make this dish from scratch in your own kitchen. The fresh spinach adds a healthy dose of greens to your diet, and the nutty nutmeg and salty Parmesan cheese balance the flavors perfectly. Give Green Spätzle a try, and you might just find your new favorite pasta dish!

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