You’ve probably had gnocchi before, but have you had fried gnocchi? It’s a game-changer!
Why Fry?
I didn’t come up with the idea of frying gnocchi myself. This is a thing that people have been doing for a while now, but I recently had gnocchi served to me in this way, and it was amazing. I knew I had to create my own recipe! As an added bonus, frying gnocchi is generally a pretty easy way to cook it. There’s no boiling involved and you can fry other ingredients — in this case we’re using mushroooms — in the same pan as your gnocchi.
Is Gnocchi Vegan?
Maybe! As is the case with most pasta, freshly made gnocchi often contains eggs. Store-bought gnocchi, which is usually available in frozen and shelf-stable varieties, is often vegan. Always check the ingredients when buying though! I usually use Wegman’s or DeLallo brand shelf-stable gnocchi, both of which are vegan.
How to Make Fried Gnocchi with Mushrooms
Start by heating up some olive oil in a large skillet. Give the oil a minute to get hot, then add sliced cremini mushrooms in an even layer. Let the mushrooms cook for a few minutes on each side, undisturbed, until they’re tender and browned. Remove the mushrooms from the skillet and transfer them to a plate. Now heat up some vegan butter in the skillet. Once it’s melted and starts to bubble, add a package of shelf-stable gnocchi. Let the gnocchi sizzle for a few minutes on each side. Once the gnocchi are golden with some nice brown patches, push them to the side and add some garlic. You can, if needed, add a little more butter at this point. Let the garlic cook until it becomes very fragrant. Now add the mushrooms back to the skillet and give everything a stir to combine the ingredients. Stir in a dash of dry sherry. Let everything cook for a minute or so, then take the skillet off the burner and add your lemon juice and zest. Season your gnocchi with salt and pepper to taste. Dig in!
Can this dish be made gluten-free? Yup! Just use gluten-free gnocchi. Remember to check the ingredients to ensure it’s also vegan. DeLallo makes vegan and gluten-free gnocchi.Can I use frozen gnocchi? I think you could, as I’ve seen other recipes for fried frozen gnocchi, but haven’t tested any myself. I’m guessing you’d need to increase the cook-time and perhaps cover the pan in order to fully heat the gnocchi.Shelf-life and storage: This dish will keep in a sealed container in the fridge for about 3 days.Is there a substitute for sherry? Try using dry white wine, or simply skipping it for an alcohol-free version.If you do use alcohol, check with Barnivore to ensure the brand you buy is vegan.Prefer a boiled gnocchi? Try my vegan gnocchi with lemon cream sauce.
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