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Potato Gnocchi

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Potato Gnocchi: A Cozy Vegan Delight

This Vegan Sweet Potato Gnocchi is a comforting dish that's quick to prepare and freezer-friendly, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Provides natural sweetness and creamy texture; pick similar-sized ones for even cooking.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Adds richness and moisture; omit for a fully vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness for that perfect bite.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to the gnocchi; adjust based on moisture levels in sweet potatoes.
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use for pan-frying to achieve a delightful crispiness if desired.
  • Sauce of Choice Complements the gnocchi beautifully; try a light garlic-and-olive-oil sauce or a rich tomato sauce.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Piping Bag
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Pierce each sweet potato with a fork, place on the prepared baking tray, and bake for 45–60 minutes until tender.
  3. Once baked, let the sweet potatoes cool, cut open, scoop out the flesh, and pass through a ricer to drain excess moisture.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine riced sweet potato, egg yolk, salt, and flour to form a soft dough.
  5. Transfer the dough to a piping bag and drop 2 cm pieces into boiling salted water until they float, about 30 seconds.
  6. Optional: Sauté cooked gnocchi in olive oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
  7. Serve gnocchi tossed with your favorite sauce or just olive oil and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, use starchy sweet potatoes and avoid overmixing the dough.

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