Spiced Pork Mince with Spaetzle
This delightful dish combines the warm, aromatic flavors of spiced pork mince with the comforting, tender texture of spaetzle, a traditional German dumpling. Enhanced with a symphony of spices, this dish offers a delightful twist on classic spaetzle, providing a cozy and flavorful experience.
Ingredients
Spiced Pork Mince Preparation
500 grams ground pork (minced pork) - Preferably high-quality, with a good ratio of fat
1 tbsp olive oil - Extra virgin for rich flavor
1 large white onion - Finely chopped
3 cloves garlic - Minced
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp ground coriander
1 cup passata or crushed tomatoes (tomato puree with seeds removed) - Organic preferred for deeper flavor
1 tsp salt - Adjust to taste
0.5 tsp ground black pepper - Freshly ground
Spaetzle Preparation
2 cups all purpose flour (plain flour Australia and UK) - Sifted- 1 tsp salt
3 large eggs - At room temperature
0.5 cup milk - Whole milk for richer texture
2 tbsp butter - Unsalted, for finishing
Instructions
Prepare the Spiced Pork Mince:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown and fragrant, approximately 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
- Add the ground pork to the skillet. Cook while breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper.
- Once the pork is evenly coated with spices, add the tomato puree. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Make the Spaetzle:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the eggs. Gradually incorporate the eggs into the flour, then slowly add milk, stirring until the batter is smooth and elastic.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Using a spaetzle maker or a colander with large holes, press the batter through the holes into the boiling water. Cook until the spaetzle floats to the top, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl.
- Melt butter in a separate pan over medium heat. Add cooked spaetzle and toss until the edges begin to crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
Serve:
- Arrange the spaetzle on a plate and top generously with the spiced pork mince. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, replace pork with finely chopped mushrooms and replace tomato puree with vegetable stock. Adjust spices accordingly for balance.
Nutrition
Calories: 757kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 248mgSodium: 1365mgPotassium: 903mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1025IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 121mgIron: 6mg
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