Side Dishes (Beilagen)

Spätzle are traditional German egg noodles that boast a unique texture and are a staple in the cuisine of Southern Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The dough, made with eggs, flour, salt, and often a bit of water or milk, is usually pressed through a Spätzle maker or a colander into boiling water, creating distinct, irregularly shaped dumplings.

Spätzle: Versatile egg noodles.

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Semmelknödel are a quintessential Bavarian side dish, characterized by their round shape and appetizing texture. These traditional German bread dumplings are crafted from day-old bread rolls, milk, eggs, and a blend of herbs such as parsley, often with onions sautéed in butter for added flavor.

Semmelknödel: Bread dumplings.

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Homemade Sauerkraut is a traditional fermented dish made of cabbage and salt. The process involves finely shredding fresh cabbage and combining it with salt prior to tightly packing it into a jar where it's left to ferment at room temperature for several weeks.

Sauerkraut: Fermented cabbage.

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Kartoffelsalat, or German-style potato salad, is a popular dish known for its tangy taste and is a staple at gatherings and barbecues. Often served warm, this salad differs from others because it usually omits mayonnaise. Instead, it features boiled, sliced potatoes dressed in a warm vinegar-based dressing with bacon, mustard, onions, and herbs.

Kartoffelsalat: Tangy potato salad.

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Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage, popularly known as 'Rotkraut', is a classic German side dish often served with hearty meats and sausages. This delectable dish involves braising finely sliced red cabbage with a perfect balance of tart vinegar and sweet apples, along with aromatic spices like cloves, bay leaves, and juniper berries.

Rotkraut: Sweet and sour red cabbage.

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