Brazilian recipe
Sweet Corn Gnocchi (Nhoque de milho verde)
This sweet corn gnocchi is a unique Brazilian delicacy, celebrated for its distinct home-cooked flavor and as a creative alternative to classic potato gnocchi.
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Ingredients
6 ears of fresh sweet corn
3 cups whole milk
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg yolk (membrane removed)
Grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups whole milk
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg yolk (membrane removed)
Grated Parmesan cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh corn, dairy, and pantry staples like all-purpose flour and Parmesan cheese at local supermarkets in Nassau or Freeport. For the best result, select fresh corn ears from local produce markets to ensure maximum sweetness.
Preparation method
- Wash the corn ears thoroughly and remove all the silk threads.
- Cut the kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife and set them aside in a bowl.
- Place the corn kernels and the milk into a blender.
- Blend the mixture well.
- Add the all-purpose flour to the blender.
- Blend again until fully incorporated.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the fiber.
- Transfer the liquid to a saucepan and place over low heat.
- Stir constantly until thickened to prevent any lumps from forming in the dough.
- Transfer the cream to a dish and let it cool completely.
- Mix the egg yolk into the cooled dough.
- Knead the dough using hands lightly dusted with all-purpose flour.
- Shape the dough into long cylinders on a surface sprinkled with flour.
- Cut the cylinders into small pieces, consistent with the size of traditional gnocchi.
- Cook the pieces in boiling water until they rise to the surface.
- Remove the gnocchi from the water and place them in a baking dish.
- Cover with a sauce of your choice.
- Finish by sprinkling the grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Place in the oven just long enough to brown and create a gratin crust.
Observations
This recipe uses fresh corn to craft a light and flavorful dough. The secret lies in the constant stirring during the cooking process to achieve the perfect texture before shaping and finishing it in the oven.
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