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Quick Crispy Garlic Butter Gnocchi Recipe with Burst Cherry Tomatoes

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A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy pan-fried gnocchi in garlic butter with fresh burst cherry tomatoes, perfect for cozy and fuss-free dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) store-bought potato gnocchi
  • 3 tbsp (45 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced finely
  • 1 pint (300 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • A handful fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup (25 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mince the garlic cloves finely and halve the cherry tomatoes. Roughly chop the basil and grate Parmesan if using. Set everything aside.
  2. Place your skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Let it melt fully, stirring occasionally until it’s foamy and beginning to brown slightly.
  3. Toss the minced garlic into the butter and cook gently until fragrant but not browned, about 30 to 45 seconds.
  4. Add the gnocchi in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to form a golden crust, then gently stir or flip to crisp the other sides. Adjust heat if butter browns too fast.
  5. Once the gnocchi is crispy, add the halved cherry tomatoes. Stir gently and let them heat just until they start to burst and release their juices, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh basil leaves.
  7. Transfer to plates and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid burning butter or garlic. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure gnocchi crisps properly. Be gentle when stirring to keep gnocchi intact. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based spread and Parmesan with vegan alternative. Leftovers can be reheated gently in a skillet with a splash of oil to re-crisp; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: gnocchi, garlic butter, cherry tomatoes, crispy gnocchi, quick dinner, easy recipe, vegetarian, comfort food

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