Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Potato Gnocchi (Nhoque de batata)
Learn how to make authentic, light, and fluffy potato gnocchi at home. A simple, classic recipe perfect for a special family dinner.
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Ingredients
6 medium potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
1/2 kg ground beef
1/2 onion, finely 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, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 can tomato sauce
Grated cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
Potatoes, onion, and all-purpose flour are pantry staples found in any local supermarket produce and baking aisles. Ground beef is readily available in the fresh meat section. For the beef bouillon cubes and tomato sauce, check the international or staples aisle; look for generic cubes or stock pots if traditional ones are unavailable. Grated cheese, such as Parmesan or a similar hard Italian-style grating cheese, can be found in the dairy or specialty cheese section of any grocery store.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes in water until they are fork-tender
- Peel the potatoes and pass them through a potato ricer while they are still hot
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and salt, kneading until you have a smooth, uniform dough
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it into long, thin ropes
- Cut each rope into pieces approximately 2 cm long
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil
- Drop the gnocchi into the boiling water in batches and wait for them to float to the surface
- Prepare a bowl of cold water and a colander. Scoop the cooked gnocchi out with a slotted spoon and transfer them to the colander to stop the cooking process
- Repeat the process until all the dough is cooked
- Drain the gnocchi well and set them aside in a baking dish
- Sauté the finely chopped onion in a pan with the olive oil until translucent
- Add the ground beef and the beef bouillon cubes to the pan
- Stir well, and once the meat is browned, pour in the tomato sauce
- Let the sauce simmer for about 4 minutes
- Pour the meat sauce over the reserved gnocchi
- Sprinkle the grated cheese generously over the top
- Place in the oven until the cheese is melted and golden
- Serve immediately while hot
Observations
Potato gnocchi is a beloved staple of Brazilian comfort food, cherished for its pillowy texture and satisfying taste. This homemade guide walks you through the simple steps to achieve the perfect gnocchi that pairs beautifully with a hearty meat sauce. It is the perfect recipe for anyone looking to bring a delicious, crowd-pleasing meal to their table.
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