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A crispy, crunchy fried potato gnocchi dish tossed in garlic butter and Parmesan cheese, delivering a cozy comfort food experience.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (can substitute plant-based butter or olive oil for vegan option)
  • 1 package potato gnocchi (frozen, thawed and patted dry)
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (can substitute with basil or cilantro)

Instructions

  1. If using frozen gnocchi, thaw completely and pat dry.
  2. Melt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the potato gnocchi to the skillet and spread into a single layer; sprinkle about 1 teaspoon fine sea salt evenly over gnocchi.
  4. Fry the gnocchi, stirring frequently, until golden-brown and tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  5. In the last 30 seconds of cooking, stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter, minced garlic, and half of the grated Parmesan.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat and gently fold in chopped fresh parsley and the remaining Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Ensure gnocchi is spread in a single layer during frying to achieve maximum crispiness; overcrowding causes steaming and sogginess., Add garlic towards the end of cooking (last 30 seconds) to avoid bitterness and preserve flavor., Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat in a skillet with a little butter to restore crispiness., For freezing, spread cooked gnocchi on a tray to flash freeze before packaging; keep frozen for up to 1 month., The recipe is customizable: add herbs like basil or cilantro, crispy pancetta, pine nuts, or make vegan by substituting butter and Parmesan with plant-based alternatives.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1 serving (varies by appetite)
  • Calories: Approximately 350 kcal per serving (estimate)
  • Fat: 18 grams per serving (from butter and Parmesan cheese)
  • Carbohydrates: 40 grams per serving (estimated from potato gnocchi)
  • Protein: 12 grams per serving (estimated from Parmesan and gnocchi)