Unveiling the Delicious Secrets of Low-Carb Salzburger Nockerl
Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Nockerl:
4 large eggs, separated
2 tablespoons low-carb sweetener (e.g., erythritol or stevia), or to taste
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup almond flour
1/4 cup coconut flour
A pinch of salt
For the Raspberry Sauce:
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries (unsweetened)
2 tablespoons low-carb sweetener (e.g., erythritol or stevia), or to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup water
For Serving:
Powdered low-carb sweetener for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
For the Nockerl:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Separate Eggs: Separate the egg whites from the egg yolks into two separate bowls.
Sweeten and Whip Egg Whites: Add the low-carb sweetener to the egg whites. Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This may take a few minutes.
Mix Egg Yolks and Flour: In another bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, vanilla extract, almond flour, coconut flour, and a pinch of salt until you have a smooth batter.
Fold Together: Gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the beaten egg whites until well combined, being careful not to deflate the egg whites too much.
Form Nockerl: Using two spoons, create oval or quenelle-shaped Nockerl (dumplings) from the batter and place them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the Nockerl are lightly golden on the outside and still soft on the inside. Be cautious not to overbake.
For the Raspberry Sauce:
Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, combine the raspberries, low-carb sweetener, lemon juice, and water.
Cook: Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the raspberries break down and the sauce thickens slightly. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Strain (Optional): If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the raspberry seeds. This step is optional.
To Serve:
Plate: Divide the warm Salzburger Nockerl among serving plates.
Drizzle with Sauce: Spoon the raspberry sauce over the Nockerl.
Dust with Sweetener (Optional): If desired, dust the Nockerl with powdered low-carb sweetener for an added touch of sweetness.
Nutritional Values (per serving, assuming 4 servings without optional sweetener dusting):
Calories: 168
Total Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 211mg
Sodium: 62mg
Total Carbohydrates: 10g
Dietary Fiber: 4g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 8g
Please note that the nutritional values mentioned here are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients and portion sizes used. Adjust the quantity of low-carb sweetener to taste, as this will affect the carb count.