Crispy Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Sage Butter
Pillowy gnocchi gets shattered into crispy golden chunks in a skillet, then tossed with nutty browned butter and fresh sage. Restaurant-level comfort in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 18g

Ingredients
- 1 lb gnocchi
- 3 tbsp butter
- 8 leaves fresh sage leaves
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 2
Add gnocchi in a single layer and let it sear without stirring for 4 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.
- 3
Stir gnocchi and cook another 3 minutes until most pieces are crispy and light golden all over.
- 4
Push gnocchi to the edges; add remaining 1 tbsp butter and sage to the center, mashing sage to release flavor.
- 5
Toss everything together until gnocchi is coated and sage is fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 6
Divide between bowls and top with parmesan cheese; serve immediately while crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon or spatula
- 2 bowls
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