Spatzle With Lentils from Scratch (Gluten Free)

Name: Spatzle With Lentils from Scratch (Gluten Free)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup potato starch; 1 cup tapioca starch; 1 cup sweet rice flour; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 eggs; water; butter; 1 ¼ cups brown lentils; 1 carrot, cleaned and quartered; 1 celery rib, cleaned and quartered; 1 small onion, quartered; 1 bay leaf; vegetables or chicken stock; red wine vinegar

Servings: persons

1 cup potato starch
1 cup tapioca starch
1 cup sweet rice flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 eggs
water
butter
1 ¼ cups brown lentils
1 carrot, cleaned and quartered
1 celery rib, cleaned and quartered
1 small onion, quartered
1 bay leaf
vegetables or chicken stock
red wine vinegar

1
Combine dry ingredients with eggs and mix well.
2
Add enough water for the mixture to come together and be able to form ribbons.
3
Bring a few quarts of well-salted water to a boil.
4
Stir mixture and place between 1/3 and 1/2 cup on a cutting or spaetzle board.
5
Smooth out dough, and draw a small portion of it down towards the edge of the board.
6
Using a butter knife or spaetzle cutter, cut and fling the spaetzle into the boiling water, dipping the blade of the knife in the water after each cut (to help prevent dough from sticking).
7
All to boil for 2-3 more minutes after last spaetzle is in the pot.
8
(they will float when they are done).
9
Remove from water with slotted spoon.
10
Repeat #4-8 utill no dough remains.
11
(If the dough starts to dry out, add a little more water to help loosen the batter, but just a little).
12
Add butter to taste.
13
Serve warm with lentils.
14
LENTILS:.
15
Wash and sort lentils (remove any stones).
16
Add oil and lentils to pan, toast over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
17
Add in carrots, celery, onion, bay leaf and enough stock to cover plus a bit.
18
Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer.
19
Cook until lentils are tender 40-60 minutes.
20
Add a few tsp of red wine vinegar (or more to taste).
21
Serve warm over spaetzle.

381

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup potato starch, 1 cup tapioca starch, 1 cup sweet rice flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Spatzle With Lentils from Scratch (Gluten Free) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!