Brazilian recipe
Homemade Pumpkin Gnocchi (Nhoque de abóbora moranga)
Learn how to make soft, practical, and delicious pumpkin gnocchi. A comforting dish, perfect for a family lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
1/4 of a winter squash
All-purpose flour as needed to reach the right consistency
1 whole egg
1 pinch of nutmeg
Salt to taste
100 g of grated Parmesan cheese
Tomato sauce or white sauce to taste
All-purpose flour as needed to reach the right consistency
1 whole egg
1 pinch of nutmeg
Salt to taste
100 g of grated Parmesan cheese
Tomato sauce or white sauce to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh winter squash, quality Parmesan cheese, and all-purpose flour at local supermarkets and fresh produce markets. Look for firmer pumpkin varieties in the vegetable aisle for the best dough texture.
Preparation method
- Cook the pumpkin until very tender, drain all the water well, and mash it until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous puree
- Mix the egg, nutmeg, and salt into the pumpkin puree, then add the flour little by little until the dough pulls away from your hands
- Shape the dough into small balls or cylinders and cook them in a pot of boiling water with a pinch of salt
- Remove the gnocchi as soon as they rise to the surface of the water and transfer them to a baking dish, setting them aside
- Cover the gnocchi with the sauce of your choice, spreading it evenly over the pasta
- Finish by sprinkling the Parmesan cheese on top and place in a preheated oven just long enough to brown the surface
Observations
Pumpkin gnocchi is a light and flavorful alternative to the classic potato gnocchi. To ensure the dough doesn't turn out dense, the secret is to use a very dry pumpkin and avoid using excess flour. The result is a soft dish that melts in your mouth, perfect for serving with a good homemade tomato sauce or a velvety white sauce. Follow the step-by-step guide for an impeccable result.
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