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Top-down view of Fried Gnocchi in a dark grey bowl on a stone countertop, showing the blistered surfaces and green parsley.

Fried Gnocchi: The Ultimate Crispy Garlic Butter Recipe

Transform humble potato gnocchi into a crispy masterpiece with this Fried Gnocchi recipe. Featuring a charred, golden-brown exterior and a rich garlic butter coating, this 15-minute dish is finished with snowy parmesan and fresh parsley.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Gnocchi Ingredients
  • 16 oz Potato Gnocchi Shelf-stable or refrigerated
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic Mincer
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Finely grated
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • To taste Salt and Pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet Cast iron or stainless steel preferred
  • 1 Microplane For fine parmesan grating

Method
 

Frying and Finishing
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add gnocchi in a single layer and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until charred and golden-brown.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic to the center of the pan. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then toss with gnocchi to coat.
  3. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with snowy parmesan cheese and fresh parsley flakes before serving.

Notes

Do not boil the gnocchi first; frying them raw creates the best texture.
Ensure the pan is not crowded to allow for even browning.