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Purple Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe

Irresistible Purple Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe You’ll Love

Enjoy a vibrant and easy-to-make Purple Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe that's gluten-free and family-friendly.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi
  • 2 cups Purple Sweet Potato Okinawan or Moloka’i sweet potatoes work best.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances the flavors.
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Olive oil can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Sage Thyme can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can be used if fresh garlic is unavailable.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Fork
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Microwave or bake purple sweet potatoes until tender, about 6-8 minutes in the microwave or 45 minutes at 400°F in the oven.
  2. Let cool slightly, peel the skins off, and mash the flesh in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Add all-purpose flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, and salt to the mashed sweet potato; mix until a non-sticky dough forms.
  4. Divide the dough into four portions, roll each into a long rope, cut into ½ inch pieces, and roll against a fork for the classic indentations.
  5. Boil a large pot of salted water; cook gnocchi in batches until they float, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic and sage, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  7. Add cooked gnocchi to the skillet; toss in the garlic butter sauce for 2-3 minutes until slightly crispy.
  8. Plate the gnocchi with extra Parmesan cheese if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure a smooth mash and adjust flour for a non-sticky consistency. Store in an airtight container for 3-5 days in the fridge or freeze uncooked gnocchi for up to 2 months.

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