Description
A creamy and comforting vegan gnocchi recipe featuring a rich dairy-free cream sauce infused with fresh sage, garlic, and white wine, complemented by tender peas and topped with vegan Parmesan for a deliciously indulgent yet plant-based meal.
Ingredients
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Oil and Aromatics
- 1 ½ Tbsp oil or vegan butter
- ½ medium onion, finely diced
- 3 Tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- â…“ cup dry white wine (80 ml)
- 1 ¼ cups dairy-free cream or milk (300 ml)
- 1 cup frozen peas (150 g), thawed
Gnocchi and Garnish
- 400 g uncooked gnocchi
- Vegan Parmesan, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare Aromatics: Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. This creates the flavor base for the sauce.
- Heat Oil or Vegan Butter: In a large skillet, heat the oil or vegan butter over medium heat until hot.
- Sauté Onion: Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add Sage and Garlic: Stir in the chopped sage and minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Add Seasonings and Liquids: Stir in salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, white wine, dairy-free cream or milk, and thawed peas. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Simmer Sauce and Cook Gnocchi: Reduce heat to a simmer and add the uncooked gnocchi. Cook for about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi are tender and the sauce has thickened. Adjust sauce consistency by adding more dairy-free cream or milk if too thick, or simmering longer if too thin.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with vegan Parmesan, taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed, then serve hot garnished with extra sage if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the dairy-free cream with any plant-based milk thickened slightly with cornstarch if you prefer a lighter sauce.
- If you can’t find fresh sage, dried sage can be used at about one-third the quantity.
- For added texture, consider lightly sautéing the gnocchi before adding to the sauce for a crispy exterior.
- This recipe is vegan and can be made gluten-free by choosing gluten-free gnocchi.
