We all love cheese spaetzle – especially when refined with crispy onion rings! This quick and easy recipe brings the hearty taste of the Alps directly to your plate. Perfect for a cozy meal at home!
Cheese Spaetzle with Crispy Onion Rings
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Calories per Serving: About 600-700 kcal
Ingredients:
Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Calories per Serving: About 600-700 kcal
Ingredients:
For the Cheese Spaetzle:
- 400g flour
- 5-6 large eggs
- 50ml milk
- 1 pinch of nutmeg, freshly grated
- Salt to taste
- 2-3 tbsp butter
- 200g grated cheese (e.g. Emmental or Gruyère)
For the Crispy Onion Rings:
- 2 large onions
- Flour for dusting
- Salt
- Pepper
- Oil for frying
For Garnishing:
- Fresh herbs like parsley or chives
Utensils:
- Large bowl
- Spaetzle press or spaetzle board and scraper
- Large pot for boiling water
- Pan for the spaetzle and onion rings
- Sieve or slotted spoon
- Kitchen paper
Preparation:
Cheese Spaetzle:
Cheese Spaetzle:
1. Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, a pinch of salt, and nutmeg until smooth and thick.
2. Cook the spaetzle: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Place portions of the dough in a spaetzle press and press into the boiling water, or scrape from the spaetzle board with a wet scraper. Once the spaetzle rise to the surface, they are done. Remove with a sieve or slotted spoon and rinse in cold water.
3. Layering: Place a layer of spaetzle in a preheated, buttered baking dish, sprinkle a layer of grated cheese on top, and repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheese.
4. Baking: Bake in the preheated oven at 200°C (fan 180°C) for about 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
2. Cook the spaetzle: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Place portions of the dough in a spaetzle press and press into the boiling water, or scrape from the spaetzle board with a wet scraper. Once the spaetzle rise to the surface, they are done. Remove with a sieve or slotted spoon and rinse in cold water.
3. Layering: Place a layer of spaetzle in a preheated, buttered baking dish, sprinkle a layer of grated cheese on top, and repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheese.
4. Baking: Bake in the preheated oven at 200°C (fan 180°C) for about 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
Crispy Onion Rings:
1. Prepare: Peel the onions and slice them into thin rings. Lightly coat the rings in flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
2. Fry: Heat oil in a pan and fry the onion rings in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on kitchen paper.
2. Fry: Heat oil in a pan and fry the onion rings in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on kitchen paper.
Serving:
Plate the hot cheese spaetzle, top with the crispy onion rings, and garnish with fresh herbs.
Professional Tips:
- Cheese Selection: Experiment with different types of cheese for various flavors. A mix of strong and mild cheese provides a nice balance.
- Garnishing: Use fresh herbs for added aroma and appealing appearance.
A brilliant tip for perfect cheese spaetzle from Chef Peter of Hotel Plunhof:
Heat butter in a pan, add the cooked spaetzle, and briefly sauté to give them an extra touch. Then generously sprinkle the spaetzle with cheese of your choice and pour cream over them. Let it simmer until it reaches a slightly creamy consistency. Refine the dish with a pinch of pepper and top with crispy fried onions. This simple enhancement makes the cheese spaetzle irresistibly creamy and flavorful. A must-try!This recipe for cheese spaetzle with crispy onion rings combines the hearty flavors of melted cheese and the texture of homemade spaetzle with the crunch of freshly fried onion rings. A true delight for all senses!
Enjoy this delicious, traditionally inspired dish served with a modern twist. Perfect for cozy evenings or to treat your loved ones. Bon appétit from South Tyrol!
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