Manu’s Menu

Authentic Italian Home Cooking & More

  • Home
  • About
    • About me
    • About this site
    • About my photography
    • Privacy and Disclosure Policy
  • Recipes
    • Visual Archive
    • Regional Italian Recipes
  • Books
    • The Cool Side of Summer
    • Manu’s Christmas Menus
    • MsM’s Mobile App
  • Work With Me
    • Affiliate Sign-Up
    • Featured On
  • Out & About
    • Africa
      • South Africa 2019
    • Americas
      • Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras and Belize
      • CHILE AND ARGENTINA 2018
    • Asia
      • India
      • Japan 2015
      • Japan 2017
      • Japan 2018
      • Singapore
    • Europe
      • Slovenia and Croatia 2019
      • Italy 2019
    • Oceania
      • French Polynesia (Tahiti) 2017
      • French Polynesia (Tahiti)
      • New Caledonia
      • New Zealand
      • South Island – New Zealand Guide
  • Blogging Tips
    • Blogging Platform
    • Web Hosting
    • Technology Tips
    • Food Photography
    • Increasing Traffic to your Blog
    • Links
      • MsM in Your Kitchen
      • Events
        • 150 years of the Unification of Italy
        • Olio, Erbe e Fantasia – LILT
  • Tips
    • Techniques
      • Pasta and Gnocchi
      • Pizza and Other Doughs
      • Sauces and Other Basics
      • Decorations
    • Cake and Cookie decoration
      • Cake & Marshmallow Pops
        • Flowery Cake Pops
        • Hello Kitty Cake Pops
        • Dorothy the Dinosaur Cake Pops
        • Christmas Tree Cake Pops
        • Sea Marshmallow Pops
      • Fondant Cakes
        • Moo Cake
        • South Pole Cake
        • Lola Cake
        • Hello Kitty Yogurt Cake
        • Dorothy the Dinosaur Cake
        • The Little Mermaid Yogurt Cake
        • The Little Mermaid Fondant Cake
        • Sweet Sushi Mini Fondant Cakes
        • Peppa Pig Cake
        • Tinkerbell Cake
        • Miffy Cake
        • Olaf Yogurt Cake
        • Frozen Cake
      • Sugar Cookies
        • Heart Sugar Cookies
        • Dorothy the Dinosaur Sugar Cookies
        • Christmas Tree Ornament Sugar Cookies
      • Eggless Sugar Cookies
        • Chinese New Year Cookies
        • St. Patrick’s Day Cookies
      • Shortbread Cookies
        • Shortbread and Chocolate Hearts
        • Baby Shower Shortbread Cookies
        • Flounder Shortbread Cookie Pops
      • Easy Chocolate Cookies
    • Conversion Tables
    • Gift Ideas
      • Christmas 2010
      • Christmas 2011
      • Christmas 2012
      • Christmas 2013
      • Christmas 2014
      • Christmas 2015
    • Ingredients
    • Where I Shop for Italian Food in Sydney
  • Contact
You are here: Home / Recipes / Italian / PURPLE GNOCCHI ON A PARMIGIANO REGGIANO FONDUE WITH TOASTED HAZELNUTS AND CRUNCHY SPECK

PURPLE GNOCCHI ON A PARMIGIANO REGGIANO FONDUE WITH TOASTED HAZELNUTS AND CRUNCHY SPECK

July 9, 2013 By Manu 13 Comments

Purple Gnocchi on a Parmigiano Reggiano Fondue, Toasted Hazelnuts and Crunchy Speck

I love experimenting with pasta and gnocchi. I love the fact that you can make them of many shapes, flavours and colours. I saw these amazing purple Congo potatoes at the market and I could not resist buying them. They are not imported from Congo as they name might suggest, but they are grown in Tasmania. They are dark purple inside… the colour is really intense and it actually becomes more vivid when the potatoes are cooked, which had me very pleased as my final gnocchi looked stunning! As I wanted that nice purple to be the star of the show, I decided to go for a simple sauce, neutral in colour, yet very tasty: a Parmigiano Reggiano fondue. I jazzed it up with some crunchy Italian speck and toasted hazelnuts which added a little smokey flavour and a nice crunch that contrasted very well with the soft pillowy texture of the gnocchi. It was an amazing looking and tasting dish, even if I say so myself! Let me know what you think!! Buon appetito!

Purple Gnocchi on a Parmigiano Reggiano Fondue, Toasted Hazelnuts and Crunchy Speck

Purple Gnocchi on a Parmigiano Reggiano Fondue, Toasted Hazelnuts and Crunchy Speck

Purple Gnocchi with Parmigiano Reggiano Fondue, Crunchy Speck and Toasted Hazelnuts
5 from 3 votes
Print

Purple Gnocchi on a Parmigiano Reggiano Fondue with Toasted Hazelnuts and Crunchy Speck

The recipe for Purple Gnocchi on a Parmigiano Reggiano Fondue with Toasted Hazelnuts and Crunchy Speck.

Course Main
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4
Author Manuela Zangara

Ingredients

  • 1 dose of purple potato gnocchi
  • 4 slices of Italian speck thinly sliced
  • 20 hazelnuts toasted
  • 200 ml – 1 scant cup cream
  • 8 tbsp grated Parmigiano Reggiano
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Extra Parmigiano Reggiano thinly grated to serve (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the purple potato gnocchi following my tutorial.
  2. Keep aside.
  3. Put the cream in a small saucepan and heat it up. Put the fire off before it boils and add the 8 tbsp of grated Parmigiano Reggiano, salt and pepper.
  4. Mix well until smooth and keep it aside. Do not worry if the sauce looks runny, it is ok as it will thicken while cooling.
  5. Vertically chop the slices of Italian speck and put them in a hot pan to fry (do not add any oil as the speck’s fat is enough for it to fry). Fry until crunchy, then remove it from the pan and put them on some kitchen paper to drain the excess fat.
  6. Put 2 tbsp of Parmigiano Reggiano fondue at the bottom of each serving plate.
  7. Cook the purple potato gnocchi as per the instructions that you find here.
  8. When the gnocchi are cooked, divide them among the plates and drizzle with the remaining fondue.
  9. Top each plate with a ¼ of the crunchy speck and toasted hazelnuts.
  10. Serve warm with a sprinkle of thinly grated Parmigiano Reggiano.

Purple Gnocchi on a Parmigiano Reggiano Fondue, Toasted Hazelnuts and Crunchy Speck

Purple Gnocchi on a Parmigiano Reggiano Fondue, Toasted Hazelnuts and Crunchy Speck

Share

Related Posts:

  • LASAGNE WITH ZUCCHINI PESTO, SPECK AND SMOKED SCAMORZA
  • BAKED JUMBO SHELLS FILLED WITH ZUCCHINI AND MUSHROOMS
  • Porcini and Taleggio Lasagne
  • Gnocchi alla Romana
  • Beetroot and Ricotta Gnocchi with Gorgonzola

Filed Under: Italian, Mains, Pasta, Special Occasions Tagged With: dinner, fondue, gnocchi, hazelnuts, Italian, Italy, lunch, Parmigiano Reggiano, pasta, Potato, Special Occasions, speck

« MATAROCCO
STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC VINEGAR »

Comments

  1. SallyBR says

    July 10, 2013 at 5:37 am

    Absolutely stunning! I love the way the purple color did not fade… very nice! I played with pasta and beets, but the color faded so much, it was disappointing.

    you picked a perfect sauce to pair with your beautiful masterpiece!

    Great post!

    Reply
  2. Daniel - Comedera.Com says

    July 10, 2013 at 11:32 am

    I am still trying to get over this amazing recipe.. i just can’t close this web page to continue with life…
    i LOVE it!

    Reply
  3. [email protected] says

    July 10, 2013 at 5:01 pm

    So creative Manuela and beautiful styling and photos! bravissimo!

    Reply
  4. Giulietta | Alterkitchen says

    July 11, 2013 at 1:36 am

    These purple gnocchi are amazing! I love this dish!!

    Reply
  5. Dina says

    July 11, 2013 at 3:06 am

    this looks amazing! i love the color.

    Reply
  6. Alice @ Nom Nom Cat says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:04 am

    I love homemade gnocchi and these look absolutely incredible! What a gorgeous color! :3

    Reply
  7. Kate Dolan says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:13 pm

    Your photos are always beautiful, but this is magnificent! Well thought out and truly beautiful.

    Reply
  8. Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says

    July 13, 2013 at 3:47 am

    Wow, this gnocchi is just gorgeous – almost too pretty to eat!

    Reply
  9. Shelby says

    July 14, 2013 at 11:54 pm

    I think this looks amazing! I sure wish I had been there to try it for you too!

    Reply
  10. Nuts about food says

    July 17, 2013 at 7:28 pm

    A restaurant-worthy dish! Impressed.

    Reply
  11. Rochelle Ramos says

    August 6, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    What an amazing violet color your gnocchi got! I want to find some of these potatoes so I can play with them in my kitchen too 🙂

    Reply
  12. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

    May 25, 2014 at 8:30 am

    How did I miss this? I can’t believe how beautiful it looks and knowing you, the taste would match its beauty.

    Reply

Trackbacks

  1. Purple Gnocchi in Lemon Cream Sauce | Tara's Multicultural Table says:
    November 4, 2013 at 5:03 pm

    […] to try again. I even got a Gnocchi Board. They didn’t turn out nearly as beautiful as Manu’s, but they held together and had a wonderful texture. So light and airy!Definitely an improvement […]

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Welcome to Manu’s Menu!

Hi! I am Manu, the author of Manu's Menu. I was born and brought up in Italy and my blog can show you how to create authentic Italian food in your own home! Read More…

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Flickr
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

HOMEMADE PASTA MADE SIMPLE – THE BOOK. CLICK TO BUY IT FROM AMAZON NOW!

Homemade Pasta Made Simple

Archives

Categories

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Flickr
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter

Video Recipe: Orecchiette with Crudaiola Sauce

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqSyzFElbRY
foodgawker bowls-150x150
tastespotting150
Tasteologie badge
Pasta & Gnocchi

The Cool Side of Summer e-Book – Click to buy it now! On SALE for only $9.99!

The Cool Side of Summer e-Book

MsM’S EBOOK – CLICK TO BUY IT NOW!

MsM’S EBOOK – CLICK TO BUY IT NOW!
Genesis Theme Framework for WordPress
Community Table Contributor Badge
Sunday Supper Movement

manusmenu

manusmenu
Now on the blog - Low Fodmap Vanilla and Miso Cara Now on the blog - Low Fodmap Vanilla and Miso Caramel Cheesecake Slice.  Clickable recipe link in my profile.

#recipes #manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #foodstyling #baking #lowfodmap #lowfodmapdiet #miso #cheesecake #cake #dessert #japan
Now on the blog - Low Fodmap Ragù Bianco. A tradi Now on the blog - Low Fodmap Ragù Bianco. A traditional pasta sauce from central Italy. Clickable recipe link in my profile.

#recipes #manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #foodstyling #Italian #italy #italianfoodbloggers #italianfood #pasta #pastasauce #ragu
Now on the blog - Trieste, Italy Guide. A surprisi Now on the blog - Trieste, Italy Guide. A surprising city. Come check it out. Clickable link in my profile.

#manusmenu #manusmenucom #travel #travelblogger #italy #tourism #Europe #trieste #holidays #beautifuldestinations #history #food
Now on the blog - Sausage and Potato Sourdough Cre Now on the blog - Sausage and Potato Sourdough Crespelle. The best comfort food. Clickable recipe link in my profile.

#recipes #manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #foodstyling #baking #sourdough #sourdoughstarter #crepes #crespelle #food #foodgram #italianfoodbloggers #italianfood
Now on the blog - WWI, Italy Guide. A guide about Now on the blog - WWI, Italy Guide. A guide about some of the most important landmarks of the Great War. Clickable link in my profile.

#manusmenu #manusmenucom #travel #travelblogger #italy #tourism #Europe #cividale #friuliveneziagiulia #beautifuldestinations #war #history
Now on the blog - Sourdough Crêpes. So good. Use Now on the blog - Sourdough Crêpes. So good. Use up some of your #sourdough discard to make these delicious sweet or savoury crêpes. Clickable recipe link in my profile.

#recipes #manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #foodstyling #baking #sourdough #sourdoughstarter #crepes #crespelle #food
Now on the blog - Cividale del Friuli, Italy Guide Now on the blog - Cividale del Friuli, Italy Guide. Clickable link in my profile.

#manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #travel #travelblogger #italy #tourism #Europe #cividale #friuliveneziagiulia #beautifuldestinations #history #food #italianfood
Now on the blog - Hugo. A refreshing Italian cockt Now on the blog - Hugo. A refreshing Italian cocktail and an alternative to your everyday spritz. Clickable recipe link in my profile.

#recipes #manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #foodstyling #Italian #hugo #spritz #prosecco #drinks #cocktails #elderflower
Now on the blog - Low Fodmap Pork Meatball Satay S Now on the blog - Low Fodmap Pork Meatball Satay Stir Fry. So good. Clickable recipe link in my profile.

#recipes #manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #foodstyling #lowfodmap #lowfodmapdiet #satay #stirfry #pork #meatballs
Now on the blog - Quick Pickled Cucumbers. So crun Now on the blog - Quick Pickled Cucumbers. So crunchy and refreshing. Clickable recipe link in my profile.

#recipes #manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #foodstyling #picklingcucumbers #pickles #pickling #garden #cucumber #vegetarian #vegan #video
Now on the blog - Coffee Panna Cotta. Wobbly and d Now on the blog - Coffee Panna Cotta. Wobbly and delicious. Clickable link in my profile.

#recipes #manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #foodstyling #Italian #pudding #italy #italianfoodbloggers #italianfood #coffee #pannacotta
Now on the blog - Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls. Recipe Now on the blog - Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls. Recipe adapted from the wonderful @jennifer_rodda. The best way to use up some of your Sourdough discard. Clickable recipe link on my profile.

#recipes #manusmenu #manusmenucom #instafood #instayum #foodbloggers #foodstyling #baking #sourdough #sourdoughstarter #pastry #cinnamonrolls #teatime #breakfast
Load More... Follow on Instagram

Privacy Policy

Copyright © 2011-2020 - Manu's Menu and Manuela Zangara. All rights reserved.