Brazilian recipe
Green Corn Gnocchi (Nhoque de milho verde)
Green corn gnocchi is a beloved Brazilian dish, prized for its distinct home-cooked flavor and as a wonderful alternative to traditional potato gnocchi.
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Ingredients
6 ears of fresh corn
3 cups of milk
4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
1 egg yolk (membrane removed)
Grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups of milk
4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
1 egg yolk (membrane removed)
Grated Parmesan cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh corn at local farmers' markets or the produce section of your neighborhood grocery store. All-purpose flour, milk, and eggs are pantry staples available in any supermarket baking aisle.
Preparation method
- Wash the corn cobs thoroughly and remove all the silk.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the kernels off the cobs and place them in a bowl.
- Place the corn kernels and the milk into a blender.
- Blend the mixture thoroughly.
- 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.
- Pour the liquid into a saucepan and place over low heat.
- Stir constantly until it thickens to prevent any lumps from forming.
- Transfer the cream to a dish and allow it to cool completely.
- Mix the egg yolk into the cooled dough.
- Knead the dough using hands lightly dusted with flour.
- Roll the dough into long cylinders on a floured work surface.
- Cut the cylinders into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Boil the pieces in water until they float 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 Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake briefly just until the cheese is melted and golden.
Observations
This recipe uses fresh corn to create a light and flavorful dough. The secret lies in consistent stirring to achieve the perfect consistency before shaping and finishing it in the oven.
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