🇭🇺 Hungarian Egg Noodle Dumplings – Nokedli (Galuska)

Nokedli (also called Galuska) are soft, tender Hungarian egg dumplings similar to spaetzle. They’re a staple side dish in Hungary and most famously served with Chicken Paprikash.

Simple ingredients, quick to make, and perfect for soaking up rich sauces!

📝 Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
½–¾ cup water (as needed)
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon oil (optional, for tossing after cooking)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Batter
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add eggs and stir. Gradually add water until you get a soft, sticky batter — thicker than pancake batter but looser than dough.

2️⃣ Boil Water
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.

3️⃣ Form the Dumplings
Using a spoon, cutting board, or spaetzle maker, drop small pieces of batter into the boiling water.

4️⃣ Cook
Cook 2–3 minutes, until dumplings float to the surface.

5️⃣ Drain & Toss
Remove with a slotted spoon, drain well, and toss lightly with oil or butter to prevent sticking.