Gnocchi Al Granchio Recipe
Homemade potato gnocchi prepared with crab meat, cherry tomatoes & touch of cream
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Gnocchi al Granchio
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Gnocchi
Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. Once cooked, peel and mash them. Allow to cool slightly.
- 2
- 3
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each into long ropes. Cut into 2 cm pieces to form the gnocchi. You can press each piece with a fork to create grooves.
- 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 and set aside.
- 5
Prepare the Crab Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- 6
Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to burst. Stir in the crab meat and heavy cream, then season with salt and black pepper.
- 7
Gently fold the cooked gnocchi into the sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 8
Serve
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
