Crispy Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Sage & Parmesan
Pillowy gnocchi crisps up in a hot skillet with butter and sage, then finished with salty Parmesan. Golden and nutty in under 15 minutes—the weeknight pasta that feels fancy.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 1 lb gnocchi
- 4 tbsp butter
- 8 leaves fresh sage leaves
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until foaming, ~90 seconds.
- 2
Add half the gnocchi in a single layer without stirring; cook 3–4 minutes until golden brown underneath.
- 3
Flip gnocchi and cook 2 minutes more until second side crisps, then transfer to a plate.
- 4
Repeat with remaining 2 tbsp butter and gnocchi; return first batch to the skillet.
- 5
Add sage leaves and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then toss gnocchi gently to combine.
- 6
Top with Parmesan and serve immediately while crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon or spatula
- measuring spoons
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