Homemade Cauliflower Gnocchi
These gnocchi are soft and pillowy once cooked, and because we used the food processor to blend the cauliflower, there are no lumps. They have a slight umami, salty flavor, and pair incredibly well with pasta sauce or even as a salty snack, tossed in garlic butter and parmesan.
Servings: 2 servings (42 gnocchi roughly)
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cauliflower florets about 5 cups
- ½ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour plus more for rolling
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Steam or boil your cauliflower until very soft and tender, about 15 minutes. Allow the cauliflower to drain and cool before handling.
- Transfer your cooked cauliflower to a cheesecloth and use it to press and squeeze as much of the moisture out as possible.
- Add your cauliflower to a food processor with your flour and salt and pulse it until everything is combined into a soft dough. It will be a little sticky.
- Roll your dough into a ball on a floured surface and divide the dough into 4. Use your hands to roll each section into a ball and then into a long log, about ¾ inch thick. Cut your gnocchi into 1-inch pieces, and if desired, use a fork and roll the gnocchi down the prongs to create those gnocchi lines.
- Boil and add to your favorite soup, or add some oil to a pan and saute them until golden brown and serve with pasta sauce!
Notes
- Drain & dry cauliflower well—squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel or cheesecloth. The drier, the better!
- Chill the dough before rolling for a firmer texture.
- Add flour/starch gradually—too much makes gnocchi dense.
- Season well with salt, pepper, garlic powder, or Parmesan for better flavor.
- Pan-fry for crispiness and to prevent sticking.
- To boil: Heat a pot of water on high heat until boiling, then add your gnocchi and allow them to boil for 2 minutes or so, just until the gnocchi is soft and tender.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 1231mg | Potassium: 678mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 109mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg