Air Fryer Fried Gnocchi

Fried Gnocchi are great for appetizers and to make them lighter, you can cook them in an air fryer with just a drizzle of oil. Crunchy on the outside with a nice golden crust but soft inside, these gnocchi will conquer everyone. They are as addictive as cherries, one leads to another!

They are prepared in a flash, and you can season them with your preferred spices, in this case, I used paprika and chives. To vary, you can use sage, chili powder, garlic, parsley, curry, nutmeg… the possibilities are endless, it all depends on your personal taste.

For this recipe, I recommend using store-bought gnocchi, the ones packaged in a plastic bag. Preparing this dish is so easy that you won’t dirty anything; the gnocchi are seasoned directly in the air fryer’s basket with oil and spices.

Of course, if you don’t own an air fryer you can also bake this donut in the oven, at the end of the recipe you will find the baking methods.

If you are considering purchasing one, I recommend a fryer like mine, you will find the links in the recommended tools!

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Air Fryer Fried Gnocchi
  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very cheap
  • Preparation time: 2 Minutes
  • Cooking methods: Air Frying, Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1.1 lbs potato gnocchi
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • chives
  • smoked paprika
  • salt

Recommended Tools

  • Air Fryer dual resistance 6 liters
  • Air Fryer dual resistance, 12 liters oven
  • Air Fryer Paper

How to Prepare Air Fryer Fried Gnocchi

  • Place the gnocchi in the air fryer directly on the rack covered with a sheet of perforated parchment paper. Spray them with oil and add paprika, chives, and salt.

    Cook them for 10 minutes at 392°F, gently shaking the basket halfway through cooking for even results. When they are slightly golden, place them on a plate and serve as an appetizer.

    Air Fryer Fried Gnocchi

Notes

Cooking times may vary depending on the model of air fryer you have, always check the cooking.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I also bake the gnocchi in the oven?

    Yes. Preheat the oven to 428°F, coat them well, season with salt and spices, and place them on a baking tray with parchment paper. Bake for about 15 minutes.

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