Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe River Oyster BarGnocchi & Jumbo Lump Crab Recipe

Gnocchi & Jumbo Lump Crab Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

parmesan cream, black winter truffle

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Ingredients

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Gnocchi

Parmesan Cream Sauce

Truffle Oil

Method

Gnocchi Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Potatoes

    Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Make the Gnocchi Dough

    Once cooled, peel the potatoes and mash them in a bowl. Mix in the egg, salt, and gradually add the flour until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

  3. 3

    Shape the Gnocchi

    Divide the dough into 4 portions. Roll each portion into long ropes about 1/2 inch thick, then cut them into 1-inch pieces. Press each piece with a fork to create grooves.

  4. 4

    Cook the Gnocchi

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Parmesan Cream Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Sauté the Garlic

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 6

    Make the Cream Sauce

    Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Crab Mixture Preparation

  1. 7

    Prepare the Crab

    In a bowl, gently mix the jumbo lump crab meat with lemon juice, fresh parsley, and salt to taste. Be careful not to break the crab pieces.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Combine and Serve

    In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked gnocchi with the Parmesan cream sauce. Gently fold in the crab mixture. Drizzle with black winter truffle oil before serving.

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