Brazilian recipe
Homemade Rice Gnocchi (Nhoque de arroz)
Discover this rice-based take on gnocchi, a clever and comforting dish that turns pantry staples into tender, melt-in-your-mouth dumplings.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup raw rice
1 egg
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 tablespoon chopped chives
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
Water as needed for cooking the rice
8 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking the dough and boiling water)
1 egg
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 tablespoon chopped chives
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
Water as needed for cooking the rice
8 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking the dough and boiling water)
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at any local market or grocery shop. Look for fresh herbs in the produce section and high-quality vegetable oil in the pantry aisles. For the best texture, use a medium-grain rice.
Preparation method
- Cook the rice in salted water until it is very soft.
- Drain any excess water if necessary.
- In a blender, process the cooked rice with the egg, parsley, cilantro, and chives until the mixture is completely smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan.
- Gradually incorporate the flour while stirring.
- Place the saucepan over low heat and cook the dough, stirring constantly, until it pulls away cleanly from the bottom of the pan and forms a cohesive ball.
- Season with salt to your preference.
- Remove the dough from the pan and allow it to cool slightly.
- On a clean, lightly floured surface, roll the dough into logs about 2 cm in diameter.
- Cut the logs into small pieces, each about 2 cm long.
- In a large pot, bring plenty of water to a boil with salt and approximately 4 tablespoons of the vegetable oil.
- Add the gnocchi to the boiling water in small batches to prevent sticking.
- Remove the gnocchi from the water as soon as they float to the surface, signaling they are fully cooked.
- Drain the gnocchi well and, if desired, finish by sautéing them in a pan with the remaining vegetable oil, or serve directly with your sauce of choice.
Observations
Rice gnocchi is a fascinating local variation of the classic Italian pasta, adapted to highlight rice as the primary starch. This homemade recipe is a fantastic choice for those looking to expand their repertoire with a dish that is both savory and straightforward to execute. By combining cooked rice with egg, fresh herbs, and wheat flour, you achieve a soft texture that pairs beautifully with your favorite sauce, making it a unique standout for any lunch or dinner.
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