Description
Enjoy perfectly golden and irresistibly crispy gnocchi with this quick and easy air fryer recipe. Tossed with olive oil and fragrant Italian herbs, these gnocchi come out crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, making for a delightful snack or side dish ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Gnocchi
- 1 pound potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for 5 minutes to ensure a hot cooking environment for crisp gnocchi.
- Toss gnocchi with seasoning: In a mixing bowl, combine the potato gnocchi with olive oil, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat the gnocchi evenly with the oil and seasoning mixture.
- Arrange gnocchi in the basket: Place the coated gnocchi in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd to allow proper air circulation. Cook in batches if necessary for best results.
- Air fry until crispy: Cook the gnocchi for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning all around. Look for a golden, crispy exterior as an indicator of readiness.
- Garnish and serve: Carefully remove the crispy gnocchi from the air fryer, then sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the air fryer model; adjust as needed to achieve desired crispiness.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes when tossing the gnocchi with oil and seasoning.
- Leftover crispy gnocchi can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
- If homemade gnocchi are used, ensure they are well-drained and slightly dried before air frying to prevent sogginess.
