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Gnocchi

Cultural Context

Gnocchi, originating from Italy, are soft dumplings traditionally made from potatoes and flour. They are a staple in Italian cuisine, often served with various sauces, showcasing the versatility of simple ingredients. In modern cooking, gnocchi have gained global popularity, with variations incorporating different ingredients like spinach or ricotta, appealing to diverse palates.

ItalianCZmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 potatoes
1 egg
1/2 cup flour
salt
butter with fine herbs

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal is a binding agent and vegan.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and flavorful.

1

Dice the potatoes and boil them until tender.

2

Crack 1 egg into a mixing bowl and blend it.

3

Add the boiled potatoes into the bowl and start blending them together.

4

Add 1/4 cup of flour into the mixture and blend.

5

Add another 1/4 cup of flour to achieve a stiff but not too stiff dough.

6

Transfer the dough onto a work table and knead in more flour by hand until the dough is light and fluffy.

7

Cut the dough into lengths and roll it out into ropes.

8

Cut the ropes into small pieces (pillows) and place them onto a floured plate to prevent sticking.

9

Boil salted water in a pot and add the gnocchi.

10

Cook the gnocchi for about 4 minutes until they float to the top.

11

Drain the gnocchi and transfer them to a serving bowl.

12

Top the gnocchi with butter mixed with fine herbs.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingmixingsautéing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifepotserving bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluteneggdairy

Also Known As

Potato DumplingsItalian Gnocchi

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