Crispy Air Fryer Gnocchi with Spicy Mayo Dip
This Crispy Air Fryer Gnocchi is the ultimate vegan snack or appetizer! Tossed in savory spices, air fried to golden perfection, and paired with a creamy spicy mayo dip, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish that’s quick, budget-friendly, and addictive.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing bowl
- measuring spoons
- Small bowl for dip
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
For the Gnocchi:
- 1 lb gnocchi shelf-stable, refrigerated, or frozen – regular, cauliflower, or sweet potato
- 1-2 tbsp neutral oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2-3 tbsp vegan parmesan for finishing
For the Dip:
- 1/2 cup vegan mayo
- 2-3 tsp sriracha to taste
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1-2 tsp fresh lemon juice to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your cooking method:- Air Fryer: 390°F (200°C), lightly grease basket.- Oven: 425°F (220°C), line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss gnocchi with neutral oil and all seasonings. If using frozen gnocchi, do not thaw.
- Cook until golden and crispy:- Air Fryer: 11–14 minutes (shelf-stable or refrigerated) or 13–16 minutes (frozen), shaking the basket every 4–5 minutes.- Oven: 20–25 minutes (shelf-stable or refrigerated) or 25–30 minutes (frozen), stirring halfway through. For extra crispiness, broil 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Once cooked, immediately toss hot gnocchi with vegan parmesan.
- For the dip, stir together vegan mayo, Sriracha, parsley, and lemon juice until smooth. Chill until serving.
- Serve crispy gnocchi hot with the spicy mayo dip on the side.
Nutrition
Calories: 411kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 6gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 682mgPotassium: 43mgFiber: 3gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 356IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 4mg