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Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe

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This Sweet Potato Gnocchi recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional gnocchi by using roasted sweet potatoes for a naturally sweet and tender texture. The homemade gnocchi are easy to prepare, boiled until they float, and can be enjoyed simply tossed in your favorite pasta sauce or pan-fried to crispy perfection with butter or olive oil. It’s a comforting, gluten-free-friendly dish perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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Gnocchi Dough

  • 2 Sweet Potatoes (680-700g)
  • 180g Plain White Flour (approximately 1 ½ cups), plus more for dusting (use gluten-free if preferred)
  • Pinch of Salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F) to prepare the sweet potatoes for roasting.
  2. Roast Sweet Potatoes: Prick the sweet potatoes multiple times with a fork and place them in a baking dish. Roast in the oven for 60 minutes, turning them halfway through at 30 minutes. Alternatively, microwave each sweet potato for 8 minutes if pressed for time.
  3. Prepare Sweet Potato Flesh: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly. Carefully peel off the skin and place the flesh into a bowl. Mash the sweet potato thoroughly with a fork, then allow it to cool for about 10 minutes to avoid cooking the flour prematurely.
  4. Incorporate Flour: Gradually add 180 grams of plain white flour to the mashed sweet potatoes. Gently knead the mixture with your hands until a smooth dough forms. Add extra flour as needed to prevent stickiness.
  5. Shape the Gnocchi: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and form it into a ball. Cut the dough into four equal portions. Press each portion into a flatbread shape about ½ inch thick. Cut into small pieces and roll each piece with your hands to form traditional gnocchi shapes.
  6. Boil Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi in batches, giving them space so they do not stick together. Boil each batch until the gnocchi float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Drain and Dry: Using a slotted spoon, remove the gnocchi from the boiling water and place them onto a bowl lined with kitchen paper towels to absorb any excess moisture.
  8. Serve: You can serve the gnocchi immediately by tossing them in your favorite pasta sauce. Alternatively, pan-fry the gnocchi in butter or olive oil until crispy on the outside for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure sweet potatoes are fully cooled before mixing with flour to avoid a sticky dough.
  • Use gluten-free flour to make this recipe gluten-free friendly.
  • Do not overcrowd the boiling water, as gnocchi can stick together and not cook properly.
  • Adding a pinch of salt to the gnocchi dough is optional but enhances flavor.
  • Pan-frying the gnocchi is optional but adds a delightful crispy texture.

Keywords: Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Gluten-free gnocchi, Homemade gnocchi, Italian comfort food, Roasted sweet potato recipe

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