Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Simply because why not?? This Sweet potato gnocchi is little pillows of deliciousness. If you have never made gnocchi seriously give this a go!

I was sceptical but trust me a few ingredients a little time and you’re done. Super simply and tasty 👌👌

Benefits of Sweet Potato

• Highly Nutritious, Sweet potatoes are a great source of minerals vitamins and fibre

• High in antioxidants that protect your body from chronic diseases

• Promotes gut health

• Rich in beta-carotene that supports healthy vision

• Rich in vitamin A which is critical to a healthy immune system

What goes into Sweet Potato Gnocchi?

• Sweet Potato

• Plain flour

• Salt

• Olive oil

• Thyme

• Nutmeg

You will need the following tools

• Large pot

• Frying pan

• Chopping board

• Knife

• Fork

• Baking tray

• Baking paper

Ingredients

• 2 medium sweet potatoes

• 2 cups of plain flour

• 2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp Olive oil

• 1 Tbs dried thyme

• 1/4 tsp nutmeg

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius

2. Bake the sweet potatoes on a lined baking tray fot 1 hour or until soft

3. Allow the sweet potatoes to cool enough to handle then slice lengthways

4. Scoop out the flesh into a bowl

5. Add the thyme, nutmeg and salt to the sweet potato

6. Gradually add the flour and combine with clean hands

7. Dust a work surface with flour

8. Remove the sweet potato mix and place on the dusted board

9. Cut the dough into quarters and roll each quarter into a long cylinder shape

10. Cut the mixture into 2cm pieces

11. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil

12. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the top approx 5 mins (This may need to be done in batches)

13. Once gnocchi is cooked through remove and drain

14. Heat up a splash of olive oil in a pan and lightly fry boiled gnocchi until it becomes a little crispy on the outside approx 5 mins

15. Serve with your favourite pasta sauce or even pesto 👌

16. ENJOY!!

Notes

• You may need to adjust the flour amount depending on how big your sweet potatoes are.

• After adding the flour if you are unsure if the dough is ready lightly push the dough down with your finger and if it springs back it’s enough flour

• I also know when it’s ready when it no longer sticks to my hands

• I lightly fry my gnocchi simply for the flavour and light crispness that it adds. If you are short on time this step can be skipped and just boil your gnocchi.

• I will add a quick, easy and healthy pasta sauce recipe so watch this space!