Chestnut Gnocchi with Porcini Mushrooms and Fresh Thyme

recipe photorecipe photo

Difficulty

medium

Time

1h 10m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Indulge in this exquisite, autumn-inspired gnocchi dish! The soft, subtly sweet chestnut gnocchi perfectly harmonizes with the earthy porcini mushrooms and the aromatic fresh thyme. This meal is a true comfort on colder days, guaranteed to enchant your taste buds. It's an ideal choice for an elegant dinner or a cozy family lunch.

ingredients

4 Servings
100 g Chestnut flour
100 g All-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
1 pc Large egg yolk
5 ml Salt
0 pinch Nutmeg
300 g Fresh porcini mushrooms (or 30g dried, rehydrated)
2 pc Medium shallots
2 cloves Garlic
4 sprigs Fresh thyme
50 g Butter
30 ml Olive oil
100 ml Vegetable broth
50 g Parmesan cheese (for serving)
0 to taste Black pepper

Steps

1

Prepare Gnocchi Dough

Boil potatoes until very tender. Peel and mash them while hot, then let cool slightly.

2

Mix Gnocchi Dough

Combine mashed potatoes with chestnut flour, all-purpose flour, egg yolk, salt, and a pinch of nutmeg. Knead gently until a soft, cohesive dough forms. Do not overwork.

3

Form Gnocchi

Roll small portions of dough into long ropes (about 1.5 cm thick). Cut into 2 cm pieces. Gently roll each piece over a gnocchi board or fork tines to create ridges. Place on a floured tray.

4

Cook Gnocchi

Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Cook gnocchi in batches until they float to the surface (about 2-3 minutes). Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

5

Sauté Mushrooms

Clean and slice porcini mushrooms. Finely chop shallots and garlic. In a large pan, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute.

6

Finish Dish

Add sliced porcini mushrooms to the pan and cook until tender and lightly browned (5-7 minutes). Deglaze with vegetable broth, scraping up any browned bits. Add fresh thyme leaves and the cooked gnocchi. Toss gently to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

7

Serve

Serve immediately, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a few extra thyme sprigs.

Extra Tips

Do not overwork the gnocchi dough, or it will become tough; knead just until it comes together.

If fresh porcini are unavailable, rehydrate dried ones in hot water before use.

For an extra layer of flavor, pan-fry a few sage leaves in butter and sprinkle over the gnocchi before serving.

Nutrition

Per 100gPer Serving
250g
Calories200 kcal500 kcal
Protein7g17.5g
Fat9g22.5g
Carbohydrate23g57.5g
Fiber3.5g8.75g
Sugar2.5g6.25g