Parisian Gnocchi (Chef Jacques Pépin)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12

Parisian Gnocchi – Elegant Dumplings with a Classic French Twist

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

24g

Parisian Gnocchi is a famous French dish made from choux pastry dough, piped into elegant little pillows, and baked until golden brown. Unlike the dense potato-based gnocchi that most people are familiar with, Parisian gnocchi is soft and airy, with a slightly crispy exterior. This dish is versatile, so you can serve it as a soup or grilled with various sauces and dressings.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, bring water, salt, nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon of butter to a boil.
2.	Add flour, and stir continuously until a dough forms and pulls away from the sides; remove from heat.
3.	Whisk in eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated into the dough.
4.	Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5.	Fill a pastry bag or a resealable bag with the dough and pipe strips of gnocchi onto the sheet.
6.	Top each strip with cheese and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

Parisian gnocchi are a simple yet elegant dish, perfect for a special occasion or romantic dinner.

They’re light, soft, and pillowy with a rich, cheesy flavor that’s always a crowd-pleaser.

CONS

This dish requires some practice to get perfect gnocchi, so it might take some time to master if you’re a beginner.

Additionally, they’re a bit high in calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Parisian gnocchi doesn’t have significant health benefits, it can be enjoyed in moderation as a delicious and satisfying meal.
The dough is made from simple ingredients such as flour and eggs, which are good sources of protein and carbohydrates.

	1 cup water
	1 teaspoon kosher salt
	1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
	3 tablespoons unsalted butter , divided
	1 cup all-purpose flour
	3 large eggs
	1/4 1/4 cup gruyere or 1/4 cup asiago cheese
	2 2 tablespoons gruyere or 2 tablespoons asiago cheese