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potato gnocchi

Fluffy Potato Gnocchi Recipe That Melts in Your Mouth


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and delicious potato gnocchi recipe that’s easy to make at home.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large potatoes (about 1 lb)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Boil the potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them.
  2. Mix in the flour, egg, and salt to form a dough.
  3. Roll the dough into ropes and cut into small pieces.
  4. Press each piece with a fork to create ridges.
  5. Boil the gnocchi in salted water until they float to the surface.
  6. Drain and serve with your favorite sauce.

Notes

  • Use starchy potatoes like Russets for best results.
  • Don’t overwork the dough to keep the gnocchi light.
  • Cook gnocchi immediately or freeze for later use.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: potato gnocchi, homemade gnocchi, Italian pasta