Brazilian recipe
Homemade Rice Gnocchi (Nhoque de arroz)
Discover a delicious and creative way to use leftover rice with this simple, comforting homemade gnocchi recipe, ideal for a wholesome family meal.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup raw rice
1 egg
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 tablespoon chopped spring onion
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
Sufficient water for cooking the rice
8 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided for dough and boiling water)
1 egg
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 tablespoon chopped spring onion
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
Sufficient water for cooking the rice
8 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided for dough and boiling water)
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at any local market or grocery store in Papua New Guinea. Look for fresh herbs in the produce section and high-quality vegetable oil and all-purpose flour in the dry goods aisle.
Preparation method
- Cook the rice in salted water until it is very tender.
- Drain any excess water if necessary.
- In a blender, process the cooked rice, egg, parsley, cilantro, and spring onion until the mixture is smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing well.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the dough pulls away from the sides of the pot and forms a ball.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Remove the dough from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- On a clean, lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a log about 2 cm in diameter.
- Cut the log into pieces approximately 2 cm long to form the gnocchi.
- In a large pot, bring a generous amount of salted water and about 4 tablespoons of the oil to a boil.
- Add the gnocchi to the boiling water in small batches to prevent sticking.
- Remove the gnocchi from the water as soon as they float to the surface, indicating they are cooked through.
- Drain the cooked gnocchi and, if desired, sauté briefly in a pan with the remaining vegetable oil, or serve immediately with your preferred sauce.
Observations
Rice gnocchi offers a unique twist on the classic Italian dumpling, adapted to Brazilian kitchens by using rice as the primary starch. This homemade recipe is a fantastic choice for those looking for a distinctive, flavorful dish that is surprisingly straightforward to prepare. By combining cooked rice with egg, fresh herbs, and all-purpose flour, you create tender dumplings that pair beautifully with any of your favorite pasta sauces.
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