Swabian Spätzle with Caramelized Onions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

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Soft, egg-rich Swabian noodles tossed with sweet caramelized onions for a comforting regional dish from Baden-Württemberg. This German-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs all-purpose flour, large eggs, whole milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 German cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tsp salt
4 tbsp butter
2 medium, thinly sliced yellow onions
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp, chopped fresh chives

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 tsp salt. Beat 3 large eggs and 1/2 cup whole milk together, then gradually add to the flour, stirring until a thick, smooth batter forms. Let rest for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Using a Spätzle maker or a colander with large holes, press the batter through directly into the boiling water. Cook the noodles for 2-3 minutes until they float to the surface.
Step 3: Meanwhile, melt 4 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 medium thinly sliced yellow onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until they are deeply golden and caramelized.
Step 4: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked Spätzle to the skillet with the caramelized onions. Toss gently to coat and heat through for 2 minutes. Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper and sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives before serving.