Description
A creamy and comforting gnocchi dish featuring a savory dairy-free cream sauce infused with fresh sage, garlic, and white wine, complemented by sweet peas and topped with vegan Parmesan. This quick and easy skillet recipe delivers tender gnocchi in a luscious sauce perfect for a satisfying 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 to create 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. If the sauce becomes too thick, add more dairy-free cream or milk. If it’s too thin, let it simmer a few more minutes until it reaches desired consistency.
- 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
- Use dairy-free cream or milk of your choice, such as oat or almond milk for best flavor and creaminess.
- Adjust seasoning towards the end to ensure balanced flavors.
- If you cannot find vegan Parmesan, nutritional yeast can be used as a substitute.
- For a richer sauce, sauté the onion until deeply caramelized before adding liquids.
- Adding more fresh sage on top as garnish enhances the herbal aroma.
