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Homemade Squash Gnocchi (Nhoque de abóbora moranga)

Learn how to prepare a soft, practical and delicious squash gnocchi. A comforting recipe, perfect for your family lunch or dinner.

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Homemade Squash Gnocchi (Nhoque de abóbora moranga)

Ingredients

1/4 of a squash (abóbora moranga)
Wheat 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 squash (abóbora moranga) at local fruit and vegetable markets (sabzi mandi) or the produce section of large supermarkets. Parmesan cheese and flour are available in the dairy and baking aisles of any general grocery store.

Preparation method

  1. Cook the squash until it is very tender, drain all the water and mash it until you get a smooth and homogeneous puree
  2. Mix the egg, nutmeg, and salt into the squash puree and gradually add the wheat flour until the dough stops sticking to your hands
  3. Shape the dough into small balls or rolls and cook them in a pot with boiling water and a pinch of salt
  4. Remove the gnocchi as soon as they rise to the surface of the water and transfer them to a baking dish, setting them aside
  5. Cover the gnocchi with your preferred sauce, distributing it evenly over the pasta
  6. Finish by sprinkling the Parmesan cheese on top and place in a preheated oven just to gratinate until golden brown

Observations

Squash gnocchi is a light and flavorful alternative to the classic potato gnocchi. To ensure the dough does not become heavy, the secret is to use a very dry squash and avoid excess flour. The result is a soft dish that melts in your mouth, ideal to serve with a good homemade tomato sauce or a velvety white sauce. Follow the step-by-step instructions for an impeccable result.
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Preparation method

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Step 1

Cook the squash until it is very tender, drain all the water and mash it until you get a smooth and homogeneous puree

Cook the squash until it is very tender, drain all the water and mash it until you get a smooth and homogeneous puree
Step 2

Mix the egg, nutmeg, and salt into the squash puree and gradually add the wheat flour until the dough stops sticking to your hands

Mix the egg, nutmeg, and salt into the squash puree and gradually add the wheat flour until the dough stops sticking to your hands
Step 3

Shape the dough into small balls or rolls and cook them in a pot with boiling water and a pinch of salt

Shape the dough into small balls or rolls and cook them in a pot with boiling water and a pinch of salt
Step 4

Remove the gnocchi as soon as they rise to the surface of the water and transfer them to a baking dish, setting them aside

Remove the gnocchi as soon as they rise to the surface of the water and transfer them to a baking dish, setting them aside
Step 5

Cover the gnocchi with your preferred sauce, distributing it evenly over the pasta

Cover the gnocchi with your preferred sauce, distributing it evenly over the pasta
Step 6

Finish by sprinkling the Parmesan cheese on top and place in a preheated oven just to gratinate until golden brown

Finish by sprinkling the Parmesan cheese on top and place in a preheated oven just to gratinate until golden brown
Final result

Homemade Squash Gnocchi (Nhoque de abóbora moranga)

Homemade Squash Gnocchi (Nhoque de abóbora moranga)

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