Wasabi Pea Gnocchi

This recipe uses peas and wasabi to add color and flavor to take these potato gnocchi beyond the traditional style.

• Preparation Time: 45 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 180 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 2 cups mashed potatoes
• 1 teaspoon wasabi paste, or to taste
• ¾ cup frozen green peas, thawed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Process the potatoes, peas, garlic, ginger, wasabi, salt, and pepper in a food processor until the mixture is evenly green. Add the egg and process again until the egg is just incorporated. Add 1 cup of the flour and process until just mixed; transfer to a bowl. Being careful to not over mix, gently work the remaining cup of flour into the mixture until it forms a sticky dough. Cover with plastic wrap and store in refrigerator until chilled to help make it easier to roll.

Step 2

Working on a well-floured surface with about 1/2 cup of the mixture at a time, roll into a rope about 1/2 inch in diameter. Cut the rope into 1-inch segments using a floured knife. Continue until all the dough has been used.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of lightly-salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi, making sure to not overcrowd in the pot; return to a boil. Cook until the gnocchi floats to the top, about 3 minutes; drain.