Purple Sweet Potato Gnocchi Chutney (Print-Friendly Format)
Fluffy purple gnocchi pan-fried and paired with a bright cilantro mint sauce for a vibrant vegan dish.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Cilantro Mint Chutney
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240 ml fresh mint leaves
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480 ml fresh cilantro leaves, stems removed
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Juice of 1 lime
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30 ml extra virgin olive oil
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15 ml canned coconut milk (optional)
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2.5 ml fine sea salt
→ Purple Sweet Potato Gnocchi
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400 g cooked purple sweet potato, peeled and mashed
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30–60 g plain flour, plus extra as needed
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5 ml fine sea salt
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Vegetable oil, for pan frying
# How to Make It:
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Combine mint leaves, cilantro leaves, lime juice, olive oil, coconut milk (if using), and salt in a food processor or high-speed blender.
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Process until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Taste and adjust salt if necessary. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, mash cooked purple sweet potato with a fork until smooth and no lumps remain.
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Add salt and 30 g flour to the mashed potato. Knead the mixture, gradually incorporating more flour as needed until a soft, non-sticky dough forms. Avoid adding excess flour for lighter gnocchi.
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Divide dough into several portions. Roll each into ropes approximately 2 cm thick and cut into 2.5 cm pieces using a sharp knife or bench scraper.
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Arrange gnocchi pieces in the pan and cook, undisturbed, for 3–4 minutes or until the base is golden and crisp. Flip and cook on the other side for a further 3–4 minutes.
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Transfer the gnocchi to plates and serve warm, topped generously with cilantro mint chutney.
# Extra Tips:
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For best results, avoid overheating the pan during frying to ensure the gnocchi cooks through without burning.
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Flour quantity may vary based on sweet potato moisture; add flour gradually to achieve a light, cohesive dough.
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Sweet potato can be cooked by baking, microwaving, or steaming. Cool slightly before mashing.