Brazilian recipe
Homemade potato gnocchi (Nhoque de batata)
Learn how to prepare soft, authentic homemade potato gnocchi. A traditional recipe that is perfect for a special family meal.
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Ingredients
6 medium potatoes
1 cup wheat flour
Salt to taste
1/2 kg ground beef
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 can tomato sauce
Grated cheese to taste
1 cup wheat flour
Salt to taste
1/2 kg ground beef
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 can tomato sauce
Grated cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh produce, meat, and pantry staples like flour and canned tomato sauce at local supermarkets and neighborhood markets. Grated cheese is typically found in the dairy section; if unavailable, a hard dry cheese like Parmesan is a common 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 wheat flour and salt, kneading well until you obtain a homogeneous dough
- Place the dough on a floured surface and shape into long rolls
- Cut each roll into pieces approximately 2 cm long
- In a large pot, bring plenty of salted water to a boil
- When the water boils, add the gnocchi in small batches, waiting for them to rise to the surface
- Prepare a bowl with cold water and a colander. Remove the cooked gnocchi with a slotted spoon and place them in the colander for a thermal shock
- Repeat the process until all the dough is cooked
- Drain the gnocchi well and set aside in a baking dish
- Finely chop the onion and sauté in a pan with olive oil
- Add the ground beef and the bouillon cubes to the sauté
- Stir well and, once the meat is cooked, add the tomato sauce
- Let the sauce simmer for 4 minutes
- Pour the meat sauce over the reserved gnocchi
- Sprinkle grated cheese on top
- Place in the oven to gratinate
- Serve hot
Observations
Potato gnocchi is a staple in Brazilian cuisine, cherished for its soft texture and comforting flavor. This homemade recipe guides you through the step-by-step process of creating the perfect gnocchi, which pairs beautifully with a variety of sauces. It is an ideal choice for anyone looking for a savory meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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