Spaetzle is a traditional pasta that has its roots in the German region of Swabia, although it is also very popular in Hungary and other areas of Central Europe. In Latin America, especially in countries with German influence like Argentina and Chile, it is known as "egg gnocchi" or simply "Spaetzle". In each country, the recipe may vary slightly, but the essence of the dish remains: a soft and tender pasta that accompanies different sauces and stews.
The name "Spaetzle" comes from German and refers to the small shapes that are achieved when cooking this dough. In other Latin American regions, it is sometimes called "galets" or "homemade gnocchi" due to its shape and preparation method being similar to traditional Italian gnocchi.
