Keto German Cheesy Spätzle with Crispy Pancetta – Low Carb Comfort Food

Keto German Cheesy Spätzle with Crispy Pancetta – Low Carb Comfort Food

A flavorful german lunch perfect for keto eaters - made for visual appeal and culinary depth.

🕒 Prep time: 10 minutes - Cook time: 20 minutes - Total time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: German

Allergens

Dairy, Eggs, Pork

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 cups Spätzle (German egg noodles) 2. 3 oz Pancetta, diced 3. 1 cup Shredded Swiss cheese 4. 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese 5. 1/4 cup Almond flour 6. 2 cloves Garlic, minced 7. Salt and pepper to taste 8. 1 tbsp Butter 9. Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Spätzle according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. In a large pan, cook the diced pancetta over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add the butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1 2 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked Spätzle to the pan with the garlic and butter, stirring well to coat.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese and grated Parmesan over the Spätzle, stirring until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add the cooked pancetta back into the pan and toss everything together.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Chef’s Insight

For an extra cheesy flavor, use Gruyère cheese instead of Swiss cheese.

Cultural or Historical Background

Spätzle is a traditional German noodle dish that has been enjoyed for centuries in various regions of Germany and Switzerland.