Brazilian recipe
Homemade Potato Gnocchi (Nhoque de batata)
Master the art of crafting soft, pillowy potato gnocchi from scratch. This traditional recipe yields a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for a special family meal.
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Ingredients
6 medium potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
1/2 kg ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 can tomato sauce
Grated cheese to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
1/2 kg ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 can tomato sauce
Grated cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at local markets like WCTC or Surangel’s. Select starchy potatoes for the best texture and ensure your flour is kept dry. If desired, you can substitute the beef bouillon cubes with a high-quality liquid beef stock for a more refined depth of flavor.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes in water until tender.
- Peel the potatoes and press them through a potato ricer while still hot.
- Gradually incorporate the flour and salt, kneading well until a smooth, consistent dough forms.
- Place the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into long, thin rolls.
- Cut each roll into pieces approximately 2 cm long.
- In a large pot, bring plenty of salted water to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the gnocchi in small batches, waiting for them to rise to the surface.
- Prepare a bowl of cold water and a colander; remove the cooked gnocchi with a slotted spoon and place them in the colander for a cold shock.
- Repeat the process until all the dough is cooked.
- Drain the gnocchi well and set aside in a baking dish.
- Finely dice the onion and sauté in a pan with olive oil.
- Add the ground beef and beef bouillon cubes to the sautéed mixture.
- Stir well and, once the beef is cooked, pour in the tomato sauce.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 4 minutes.
- Pour the meat sauce over the reserved gnocchi.
- Sprinkle with grated cheese.
- Place in the oven to gratiné until golden.
- Serve hot.
Observations
Potato gnocchi holds a cherished place in Brazilian culinary tradition, beloved for its delicate texture and deeply comforting flavor. This homemade guide walks you through the essential steps to create perfectly light gnocchi, versatile enough to pair with a variety of sauces. It is an ideal choice for anyone looking to prepare a flavorful, satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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