Description
This Crispiest Air Fryer Gnocchi recipe delivers perfectly golden and crunchy gnocchi in just 14 minutes. Using an air fryer, the gnocchi are tossed in olive oil and seasoning before air frying to a crispy finish, making it an ideal side dish, appetizer, or salad topping. Quick, simple, and versatile, this recipe works with shelf-stable, refrigerated, or frozen gnocchi, including regular, cauliflower, or sweet potato varieties.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb gnocchi (shelf-stable, refrigerated, or frozen; regular, cauliflower, or sweet potato)
- 1 – 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 – 3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and lightly grease the basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking and help crispiness.
- Season Gnocchi: In a large mixing bowl, toss the gnocchi with 1 to 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and 2 to 3 tablespoons of freshly grated parmesan cheese. If using frozen gnocchi, do not thaw before seasoning.
- Air Fry: Place the seasoned gnocchi in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer without overlapping. Air fry for approximately 14 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking and maximum crispiness. Cooking time may slightly vary depending on the gnocchi type used.
- Garnish and Serve: Once crispy and golden, transfer the gnocchi to a serving dish. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately as a delicious side dish, appetizer, or salad topping.
Notes
- Do not thaw frozen gnocchi before air frying to maintain crispy texture.
- For best results, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- You can adjust the amount of garlic powder and parmesan to preference for extra flavor.
- Fresh parsley garnish is optional but adds a nice color and freshness.
- This recipe is adaptable to regular, cauliflower, or sweet potato gnocchi depending on dietary preferences.
