Brazilian recipe
Easy homemade potato gnocchi (Nhoque de batata)
Master the art of making soft, comforting homemade potato gnocchi. This simple, traditional recipe is perfect for a special family lunch.
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Ingredients
6 medium potatoes
1 cup cake flour
Salt to taste
1/2 kg minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 beef stock cubes
1 can tomato sauce
Grated hard cheese to taste
1 cup cake flour
Salt to taste
1/2 kg minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 beef stock cubes
1 can tomato sauce
Grated hard cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
Potatoes, onions, and minced beef are readily available at local markets or supermarkets like Pick n Pay or OK Zimbabwe. Cake flour can be found in the baking aisle. Beef stock cubes and canned tomato sauce are common pantry staples in most grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes in water until they are tender.
- Peel the potatoes and pass them through a ricer while they are still hot.
- Gradually mix in the flour and salt, kneading well until you achieve a smooth, consistent dough.
- Place the dough on a floured surface and roll it out into long, thin ropes.
- Cut each rope into individual pieces approximately 2 cm long.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
- Add the gnocchi to the boiling water in small batches, waiting until they 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 quick cold plunge.
- Repeat the process until all the dough is cooked.
- Drain the gnocchi thoroughly and set them aside in a baking dish.
- Finely dice the onion and sauté in a saucepan with olive oil.
- Add the minced beef and beef stock cubes to the sautéed onions.
- Stir well, and once the meat is browned, pour in the tomato sauce.
- Let the sauce simmer for 4 minutes.
- Pour the meat sauce over the prepared gnocchi.
- Sprinkle with grated cheese.
- Place in the oven until the top is golden and bubbling.
- Serve warm.
Observations
Potato gnocchi is a beloved staple in Brazilian kitchens, celebrated for its melt-in-the-mouth texture and comforting taste. This homemade guide walks you through the steps to create perfect, light dumplings that pair beautifully with a variety of sauces. It is an ideal choice for those looking for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.
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