Sweet Potato Gnocchi With Tomato And Prawn Sauce

Name: Sweet Potato Gnocchi With Tomato And Prawn Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes; 50 g whole wheat flour (plus a little extra for shaping); 1 ground nutmeg (1 = tsp); Sauce; 1 (225 g) can chopped tomatoes, and their juice; 75 g cooked prawns; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 35 g peeled and finely chopped onions; 35 g finely chopped mushrooms; 1 tablespoon red wine (optional); 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano; 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

2 medium sweet potatoes
50 g whole wheat flour (plus a little extra for shaping)
1 ground nutmeg (1 = tsp)
Sauce
1 (225 g) can chopped tomatoes, and their juice
75 g cooked prawns
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
35 g peeled and finely chopped onions
35 g finely chopped mushrooms
1 tablespoon red wine (optional)
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh basil

1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees celcius.
2
Roast sweet potatoes for about 35 minutes or until flesh is tender when pierced with a skewer.
3
Cool potatoes slightly and remove skin.
4
You should have about 175g of potato flesh.
5
Mash flour and sweet potato in a bowl until you have a smooth mixture.
6
Add the nutmeg and mix again- season lightly if required.
7
On a floured surface roll a ball (about the size of a brazil nut) of potato mixture- flouring your hands is also handy here.
8
Flatten ball slightly with a fork.
9
Continue process of making balls of potato mixture until it has all been used.
10
Place in the fridge while you prepare the sauce.
11
Make the sauce: Heat olive oil in a non stick pan.
12
Add garlic and onion and fry until soft.
13
Add mushrooms and a little water if pan is getting dry.
14
When mushrooms start to soften add the red wine (or 1tbsp water).
15
Let the mixture bubble for a few moments and add oregano.
16
Add tomatoes and juice to pan and stir well.
17
Add prawns to sauce, stir well and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
18
The sauce should reduce to a thickened consistency.
19
Add basil to sauce and stir.
20
To cook gnocchi: Place gnocchi one by one in a large pan of boiling water and cook for about 3 minutes- they are ready when they rise to the surface.
21
With a slotted spoon transfer gnocchi to dinner plate and top with sauce.

103

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium sweet potatoes, 50 g whole wheat flour (plus a little extra for shaping), 1 ground nutmeg (1 = tsp), Sauce, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Gnocchi With Tomato And Prawn Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!