Gnocchi with Zucchini and Saffron

Gnocchi with zucchini and saffron is a delicious dish that is quite simple to prepare. Here is the recipe.

Ingredients

• 500 g of potato gnocchi
• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 sachet of saffron powder
• 1 clove of garlic
• 200 ml of cooking cream
• Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the zucchini and cutting them into slices or cubes, according to your preference.
2. In a large pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and add the garlic clove, letting it brown. Once browned, we can remove it if we want a milder flavor.
3. Add the zucchini to the pan and fry them over medium heat until they are slightly golden and soft. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Meanwhile, in a small pot, dissolve the saffron sachet in a little hot water.
5. Add the cooking cream to the zucchini and then incorporate the dissolved saffron. Mix well and let the sauce blend and thicken slightly.
6. Cook the gnocchi in a pot with abundant salted water following the package instructions. Drain them as soon as they rise to the surface, indicating that they are ready.
7. Transfer the gnocchi to the pan with the zucchini and saffron cream, and toss them over high heat for a few minutes so that they are well seasoned.
8. Serve and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Curiosity

Saffron is a precious spice and is extracted from the stigmas of the Crocus sativus flower. It gives not only color, with its intense yellow, but also a unique and refined flavor to dishes.

You can pair this dish with a light and fresh white wine, such as a Pinot Grigio or Vermentino, to enhance the delicate flavor of the saffron and zucchini. Enjoy your meal!