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This wonderful recipe is the mixture of tender shrimp, soft gnocchi and fresh zucchini. One thing that completely adds a yummiest twist to this delicious recipe is the pistachio pesto. It goes perfect when there is a special dinner party.
This recipe provides the special taste of Italy. The combination of flavors and texture of this recipe is very comforting and satisfying. It is always a part of special and celebratory occasions.
CONTENT OF RECIPE
| Ingredients / Ingredienti | 2.2 Pounds Gnocchi 2.2 Pounds Shrimps 1 Cup Pistachio Pesto 1.1 Pounds Green Zucchini 1 No Clove Garlic 1/2 No Onion Extra Virgin Olive Oil Salt Parsley Chili Pepper 1/2 Cup Brandy |
| Cooking Time / Tempo di cottura | 15-20 Minutes |
| Cooking Temperature / Temperatura di cottura | 250°F ~ 120°C |
| Utensils / Utensili | Pan Plate |
| Cooking Method / Metodo di cottura | Stove |
METHOD
Step 1: Add some olive oil along with garlic clove and chili pepper in a pan. Step 2: Cook until garlic turns golden brown. Step 3: After 3 minutes, add the heads and shell of shrimp. Step 4: Cover the pan and let them cook brown for five minutes. Step 5: Pour brandy in the pan. When it has totally evaporated, turn off the flame. Step 6: Press the heads and shells of shrimp to extract the juice then discard them. Step 7: Now add shrimp meat in a pan and let them browned. Step 8: After they turn brown, remove them from the pan and place them on a plate. Step 9: Do the same with zucchini. Step 10: Always cover the pan while cooking them. Step 11: Now add 2 cups of water along with some salt in the same pan and boil while covering. Step 12: Now add gnocchi in boiling water and cook it for five minutes. Step 13: After five minutes, turn off the heat. Step 14: Now incorporate a cup of pistachio pesto along with cooked shrimp meat and zucchini. Stir them well together. Step 15: Shrimp, Zucchini and Pistachio Pesto Gnocchi is ready. Serve it and enjoy.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the three main types of gnocchi?
Three types of gnocchi are given as:
- Ndunderi
- Gnocchi alla Romana
- Ricotta gnocchi
What is pesto gnocchi made of?
Pesto gnocchi ingredients:
- 16 ounces potato gnocchi
- 2 teaspoons of olive oil
- 1 cup of zucchini
- 1/2 cup of sweet yellow pepper
- 1/4 cup of prepared pesto
- 1 cup of tomatoes
- Toasted pine nuts
Is gnocchi a pasta or potato?
Gnocchi is a type of pasta that is made up of potatoes (as a main ingredient). That’s why having potatoes as a main ingredient; gnocchi is different from other pasta.
Is gnocchi healthier than pasta?
Both of them are not clearly better because gnocchi has less calories and carbohydrates and regular pasta has more protein with some nutrients.
Is pesto made from pistachio?
Pesto is a kind of sauce and it can be prepared with different ingredients but mostly people use basil traditionally. We can use pistachio because it gives a very buttery and nutty flavor that feels very special.
