Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Fried Gnocchi Bites are a delicious appetizer or snack, perfect for dipping in marinara sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 (16-oz.) package gnocchi
- 2 large eggs
- ⅔ cup Italian-style bread crumbs
- ⅓ cup grated Pecorino Romano, plus more for topping
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying
- Finely chopped fresh parsley and store-bought or homemade marinara sauce, warmed, for serving
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook gnocchi, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package instructions.
- Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain again.
- Spread gnocchi on a baking sheet and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, whisk eggs to blend; season with salt and pepper.
- In another shallow bowl, whisk bread crumbs and Pecorino.
- Sprinkle flour over cooled gnocchi and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.
- Into a large heavy skillet, pour oil to a depth of ⅛”.
- Heat oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Working in batches, transfer gnocchi to egg mixture and toss to coat.
- Let excess egg drip off, then add to bread crumb mixture, gently tossing to coat.
- Return coated gnocchi to baking sheet.
- Working in batches, fry gnocchi, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; season with salt.
- Transfer gnocchi to a platter. Top with more Pecorino and parsley.
- Serve with marinara alongside.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to get a crispy exterior.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet when frying to maintain crispiness.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.