Potato Gnocchi with Green Banana Flour | Banana Island Recipe

Potato Gnocchi with Green Banana Flour | Banana Island Recipe

Medium Difficulty (★★★★☆) | 80 min dough prep | 15 min cooking & plating

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine Type: Comfort food / Fusion / Gluten‑Free

Special Note: Uses green banana flour (gluten‑free) + turmeric

Prep Time: 80 mins (shaping dough)

Cook Time: 15 mins

Yield: Serves 4

🧰 Tools You’ll Need

  • Mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • Strainer/colander
  • Frying pan with lid
  • Spatula

🍌 Ingredients (for ~4 servings)

  • 500 g whole potatoes (with skin)
  • 150 g Banana Island green banana flour
  • 1 egg
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 g salt
  • 50 ml water (added during cooking)

Chef’s Tip: Serve with your favorite sauce—cream, tomato, pesto, or olive oil.

👩🍳 How to Make

1️⃣ Boil the Potatoes (40–50 min)

  • Wash potatoes well to remove dirt. Keep the peel on.
  • Submerge in cold water and boil for ~40–50 minutes until soft.
  • Why? Cold-water cooking enhances flavor and sweetness, especially in root vegetables—and keeps nutrient-rich skin intact.

2️⃣ Mash the Potatoes

  • Drain well and peel while still lukewarm.
  • Mash into a bowl until smooth.

3️⃣ Form the Gnocchi Dough

  • To the mashed potatoes, add Banana Island green banana flour, beaten egg, turmeric, and salt.
  • Combine into soft, pliable dough.
  • Tip: Turmeric’s curcumin is better absorbed with fats like butter or avocado oil.

4️⃣ Shape Gnocchi

  • Pinch off small portions and gently form into oval pillows (about “al-satang” size).
  • Optional: roll on a fork for ridges.

5️⃣ Pan-Fry Gnocchi

  • Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat.
  • Pan-fry gnocchi for 2 minutes until lightly golden.
  • Add 50 ml water, cover and steam for 3 minutes.
  • Flip and cook another 5 minutes without lid until crispy and cooked through.
  • Transfer to serving plate.

🌟 Highlights & Benefits

  • Gluten-Free & Nutritious: Green banana flour provides structure without gluten, and golden Yukon-type potatoes keep the dough light.
  • Rich in Antioxidants: Turmeric adds anti-inflammatory benefits—enhanced by healthy fats during cooking
  • Versatile: Perfect with cream, tomato, herb pesto, or flavored oils.

🔍 Related Inspiration

  • Green banana gnocchi is used around the world as a gluten-free alternative, often pan-fried for a crispy finish
  • Turmeric in gnocchi not only adds color but delivers healthful curcumin, boosting flavor and vibrancy

✨ Serve It Like…

  • Toss with browned butter and sage for a classic flavor twist.
  • Add cream sauce for plush comfort-or-plate with fresh tomato or basil pesto.
  • Top with parmesan or nutritional yeast for a savory finish

 

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