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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
500 grams potatoes
1 egg yolk
150 grams double zero flour
salt
pesto
parmesan cheese

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

Boil half a kilogram of potatoes until tender, then remove the skin and let cool slightly.

2

Crush the potatoes using a sieve or potato masher, avoiding a food processor.

3

Add a pinch of salt and 1 yolk of egg to the crushed potatoes.

4

Mix in 150 grams of double zero flour using a fork, then use your hands to combine until a soft dough forms.

5

Roll the dough into small sausages and cut into pieces.

6

Dust the pieces with flour to prevent sticking.

7

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the gnocchi in small portions.

8

Once the gnocchi float to the surface, remove them with a sieve.

9

In a bowl, combine the gnocchi with a couple of tablespoons of pesto and a little pasta water, mixing gently without cooking the pesto.

10

Serve with grated parmesan cheese on top.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingmixingsautéing

Equipment Needed

sievepotato masherpotsievebowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluteneggdairy

Also Known As

Potato DumplingsItalian Gnocchi

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