Brazilian recipe
Homemade Rice Gnocchi (Nhoque de arroz)
A clever and comforting twist on traditional pasta, this rice-based gnocchi is a simple, pantry-friendly dish perfect for a cozy family dinner.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup raw rice
1 large egg
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1/2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
Water as needed for cooking the rice
8 tbsp vegetable oil (divided for dough and boiling water)
1 large egg
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1/2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
Water as needed for cooking the rice
8 tbsp vegetable oil (divided for dough and boiling water)
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local Canadian grocery stores. Look for fresh herbs in the produce section and pantry staples like vegetable oil and all-purpose flour in the baking aisle. For an authentic result, use a short-grain or medium-grain white rice.
Preparation method
- Cook the rice in salted water until very tender and soft.
- Drain any excess liquid thoroughly.
- Place the cooked rice in a blender along with the egg, parsley, cilantro, and chives, and blend until you have a smooth mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan.
- Gradually incorporate the flour, mixing continuously.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the dough pulls away from the bottom of the pan and forms a cohesive ball.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Remove the dough from the heat and let it cool slightly until it is comfortable to handle.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into logs about 2 cm in diameter.
- Cut the logs into individual 2 cm pieces to form the gnocchi.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil with salt and 4 tablespoons of the vegetable oil.
- Add the gnocchi to the boiling water in small batches to prevent sticking.
- Remove the gnocchi with a slotted spoon as soon as they float to the surface.
- Drain well and serve immediately with your preferred sauce, or lightly pan-sear them in the remaining vegetable oil for added texture.
Observations
Rice gnocchi is an inventive take on the classic Italian dumpling, adapted to Brazilian home cooking using cooked rice as the primary starch. This homemade recipe is a fantastic choice for those looking to explore a different texture and flavor profile. By combining tender cooked rice with egg, fresh herbs, and all-purpose flour, you create soft, pillowy dumplings that serve as an excellent canvas for your favorite pasta sauce.
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