Brazilian recipe
Homemade Potato Gnocchi (Nhoque de batata)
Master the art of making soft, melt-in-the-mouth potato gnocchi at home. This classic recipe delivers a comforting meal that the whole family will love.
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Ingredients
6 medium-sized potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
500g ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 can tomato sauce
Grated cheese to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
500g ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 can tomato sauce
Grated cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh produce and high-quality staples at local grocery stores or neighborhood markets. For an authentic touch, look for 'Queijo ralado' in the specialty dairy section, or use a sharp aged parmesan as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes in water until they are tender.
- Peel the potatoes and pass them through a potato ricer while they are still hot.
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the potatoes, kneading thoroughly until you form a smooth dough.
- Place the dough on a floured surface and roll it into long, thin ropes.
- Cut each rope into individual pieces roughly 2 cm in length.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
- Drop the gnocchi into the boiling water in batches, waiting for them to float to the surface.
- Prepare a bowl of cold water and a colander; use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked gnocchi into the colander to cool down.
- Repeat this process until all the dough has been cooked.
- Drain the gnocchi well and set them aside in a baking dish.
- Finely dice the onion and sauté it in a pan with the olive oil.
- Add the ground beef and the crumbled beef bouillon cubes to the pan.
- Stir well, and once the meat is browned, pour in the tomato sauce.
- Simmer the sauce for an additional 4 minutes.
- Pour the meat sauce over the prepared gnocchi.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese generously over the top.
- Place in a preheated oven to broil until golden and bubbly.
- Serve hot.
Observations
Potato gnocchi holds a special place in Brazilian kitchens, cherished for its pillowy texture and heart-warming flavor. This traditional method walks you through each step to ensure perfect results every time, pairing beautifully with a variety of rich sauces. It is an ideal choice for a delicious meal that is sure to please any crowd.
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