Fried Gnocchi Bites
Delightful crispy bites of gnocchi, seasoned and fried to golden perfection, served with marinara sauce.
Ingredients
For the Gnocchi Bites
- 16 ounces package of gnocchi For signature pillowy texture.
- 2 large eggs Used for binding.
- 2/3 cup Italian-style bread crumbs For that perfect crunch.
- 1/3 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese Adds a savory touch.
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Helps with coating.
- kosher salt To enhance flavors.
- freshly ground black pepper Brings warmth and depth.
- peanut or vegetable oil For frying.
- finely chopped fresh parsley For garnish.
- store-bought or homemade marinara sauce For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the gnocchi until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Let cool.
- Whisk the eggs in a shallow bowl with salt and pepper. In another dish, mix bread crumbs and Pecorino Romano.
- Sprinkle flour over the cooled gnocchi. Toss to coat and season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
Frying
- Dip gnocchi in the egg mixture, then in the bread crumbs. Fry in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, top with more Pecorino and parsley.
- Serve with marinara sauce.
Notes
For an even crispier texture, consider double-coating your gnocchi by dipping them back into the egg mixture and then into the bread crumbs for a second time before frying. You can mix in Italian herbs or garlic powder into the bread crumbs for added flavor.