Brazilian recipe
Homemade Potato Gnocchi (Nhoque de batata)
Learn how to make soft, tender, homemade potato gnocchi. A traditional and comforting recipe that's perfect for a special family lunch.
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Ingredients
6 medium potatoes
1 cup all-purpose 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 all-purpose 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
Find fresh produce and pantry staples at local supermarkets or municipal markets. For the grated cheese, hard cow's milk cheeses or a blend of parmesan-style cheeses work best as substitutes if the specific Brazilian type is unavailable.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes in water until tender.
- Peel the potatoes and pass them through a potato ricer while still hot.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, kneading well until a homogeneous dough is formed.
- Place the dough on a floured surface and shape it into long ropes.
- Cut each rope into pieces approximately 2 cm long.
- In a large pot, bring plenty of salted water to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the gnocchi in batches, waiting for them to rise to the surface.
- Prepare a basin 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 beef bouillon cubes to the sauté.
- Stir well and, once the meat is cooked, add the tomato sauce.
- Let the sauce simmer for 4 more minutes.
- Pour the meat sauce over the reserved gnocchi.
- Sprinkle grated cheese over the top.
- Place in the oven to gratinate.
- Serve hot.
Observations
Potato gnocchi is a classic in Brazilian cuisine, cherished for its soft texture and comforting flavor. This homemade recipe provides a step-by-step guide to preparing the perfect gnocchi, which pairs beautifully with a variety of sauces. It is an ideal choice for those looking for a delicious meal that pleases everyone at the table.
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