Description
Savory Golden Skillet Gnocchi with Sweet Peas transports home cooks to an Italian kitchen with minimal ingredients and maximum flavor. Crispy pan-seared potato dumplings nestled among emerald peas create a simple yet elegant meal you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups (340 grams) frozen peas, thawed
Cheese and Herbs:
- ¼ cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup (15 grams) fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious skillet by warming olive oil over medium-high flame, creating an ideal searing environment for the pillowy potato dumplings.
- Gently introduce gnocchi to the hot surface, allowing them to develop a golden, crisp exterior through occasional stirring, transforming their texture into a delightful crunch over 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate fragrant minced garlic and vibrant green peas into the skillet, letting the aromatics release their essence and the vegetables warm through for 2-3 minutes.
- Elevate the dish’s flavor profile by seasoning with a judicious sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring each element is perfectly balanced.
- Conclude the culinary preparation by removing the skillet from heat and tenderly folding in freshly grated Parmesan cheese, which will melt and create a luxurious coating.
- Optional: Enhance the final presentation by scattering torn fresh basil leaves throughout the dish, introducing a bright, herbaceous note.
- Present the gnocchi immediately while piping hot, offering it as a standalone meal or an accompaniment to grilled proteins like chicken or fish, promising a satisfying and elegant dining experience.
Notes
- Toast gnocchi carefully to achieve a crispy, golden-brown exterior without burning, ensuring even cooking by stirring occasionally.
- Use frozen peas for convenience, but thaw them completely to prevent excess moisture in the skillet that could make gnocchi soggy.
- Select a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned cast iron pan to prevent gnocchi from sticking and maintain their delicate texture.
- Experiment with alternative cheeses like pec
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg