Burnt Butter + Sage Gnocchi
Golden, crispy gnocchi bathed in rich, nutty burnt butter and infused with the earthy aroma of fresh sage—this dish is pure comfort in a bowl. Simple yet indulgent, Burnt Butter + Sage Gnocchi is a timeless Italian classic that lets a few quality ingredients shine. With Otway Pasta Company’s fresh gnocchi, this recipe comes together in minutes, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant side dish. The crispy edges of pan-fried gnocchi add a delightful texture, while the browned butter and sage create a deeply savory, aromatic sauce.
Finished with a hint of garlic, a burst of fresh lemon, and a generous grating of parmesan, this dish delivers a perfect balance of richness and freshness. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or impressing guests, this simple yet sophisticated recipe is bound to become a go-to favorite. Serve it as a main course with a crisp salad or pair it with a glass of white wine for an effortlessly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
1 packet of Otway Pasta Company gnocchi
2 tbsp olive oil
Pinch of salt & pepper
75g unsalted butter
20 fresh sage leaves
2 cloves garlic peeled and very finely sliced
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Grated parmesan
Instructions
Place the gnocchi in a pan of boiling water and boil the gnocchi until it floats.
Remove the gnocchi from the pan with a slotted spoon and place in a bowl.
Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over a medium-high heat.
Add the gnocchi, plus a pinch of salt and pepper and fry the gnocchi for 5-6 minutes, turning oven, until the gnocchi is brown all over.
Remove the gnocchi from the pan and place in a bowl. If your pan has a lot of crispy bits in it (this might happen if you're using a non-stick pan), wipe/scrape them out. Don't worry about getting the pan spotless though, a few crispy bits are good.
Next, melt the butter in the frying pan over a medium heat. Once melted, continue to cook for a further 2-3 minutes, until it starts to go a very light brown and smells a tiny bit nutty.
Add the fresh sage leaves and cook for a further 2 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook for a further 1 minutes, stirring often.
Add the cooked gnocchi to the pan and sprinkle on the salt and pepper.
Stir together and cook for a further minute.
Add the lemon zest and juice and stir together.
Divide between bowls and top with a little parmesan and black pepper.
