Brazilian recipe
Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi (Nhoque de ricota)
Whip up these light, flavorful dumplings made with fresh ricotta and spinach. A simple and elegant dish for your next lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
1 cup cooked and well-drained spinach
300 g fresh ricotta, passed through a sieve
60 g grated Parmesan cheese
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 egg
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
300 g fresh ricotta, passed through a sieve
60 g grated Parmesan cheese
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 egg
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh ricotta and spinach at local grocery stores or produce markets. Ensure you use fresh, high-quality ricotta for the best texture. If fresh spinach is unavailable, frozen spinach may be used as a substitute, provided it is thoroughly thawed and squeezed completely dry.
Preparation method
- Boil the spinach in salted water for approximately 5 minutes.
- Drain the spinach thoroughly and chop it finely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, sieved ricotta, egg, grated Parmesan, flour, salt, and black pepper.
- Knead the mixture by hand until you achieve a homogeneous and firm dough.
- Shape the dough into small, individual dumplings.
- Cook the gnocchi in a pot of boiling water with a pinch of salt.
- Remove the gnocchi from the water as soon as they float to the surface.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sauce, such as tomato or cheese sauce.
Observations
Ricotta gnocchi offers a wonderfully light and delicate alternative to the classic potato-based version. With a smooth texture and subtle flavor profile, it pairs beautifully with a wide variety of sauces. This recipe is straightforward to prepare, making it an excellent choice for a special homemade meal that appeals to everyone at the table.
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