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Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi (nhoque de ricota): Easy and Delicious
Whip up these light, airy ricotta and spinach dumplings. It's a quick, fuss-free recipe perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
1 cup cooked and well-drained spinach
300 g fresh ricotta, passed through a fine-mesh sieve
60 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
300 g fresh ricotta, passed through a fine-mesh sieve
60 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh ricotta in the deli or specialty cheese section of your local supermarket. Look for high-quality, whole-milk ricotta for the best texture. Fresh spinach is widely available in the produce aisle; if you prefer frozen, ensure it is thoroughly thawed and squeezed completely dry using a clean tea towel to avoid a soggy dough. Parmesan should ideally be bought as a block and grated at home for superior flavor, though pre-grated high-quality options are a fine alternative for a quick meal.
Preparation method
- Boil the spinach in salted water for about 5 minutes
- Squeeze out as much moisture as possible and chop the spinach finely
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, sieved ricotta, egg, grated Parmesan, flour, salt, and black pepper
- Gently knead the mixture by hand until you have a smooth, firm dough
- Roll the dough into small, bite-sized balls to form the gnocchi
- Drop the gnocchi into a large pot of boiling, salted water
- Remove them with a slotted spoon as soon as they float to the surface
- Serve immediately, tossed in your favorite red or creamy cheese sauce
Observations
Ricotta gnocchi is a wonderful, lighter alternative to the classic potato version. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a delicate flavor, these dumplings are simple to pull together and pair beautifully with anything from a classic marinara to a rich, creamy cheese sauce. It's a fantastic way to elevate your homemade pasta game without needing hours in the kitchen.
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