Fluffy gnocchi with a rustic edge these are lighter than you’d think and packed with protein.
Difficulty: Hard
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Serves: 3–4 people
Ingredients:
- 200g potatoes (boiled, peeled, and mashed)
- 60g cricket flour
- 60g all-purpose flour
- 1 egg yolk
- A pinch of salt
- Optional: grated parmesan, herbs for serving
Instructions:
- Boil and mash the potatoes. Let them cool completely.
- Mix in the egg yolk and salt. Gradually add flours until a soft dough forms.
- Divide and roll into ropes. Cut into gnocchi and press lightly with a fork.
- Bring salted water to a boil and cook gnocchi in batches until they float (about 2–3 minutes).
- Drain and toss with your favorite sauce or sautéed butter and herbs.
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Why Use Cricket Flour?
Cricket flour is an excellent source of sustainable protein, making it a smart and eco-friendly choice for modern recipes. Packed with essential nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids, it supports muscle growth, boosts energy, and contributes to overall well-being. Unlike traditional protein sources, cricket flour has a minimal environmental impact, requiring less land, water, and feed. Its mild, nutty flavor blends seamlessly into baked goods, snacks, and even savory dishes, adding a nutritional boost without altering taste. Whether you’re an athlete, a health enthusiast, or simply curious, cricket flour is a versatile and forward-thinking ingredient worth exploring.
Back in the 1990s, the idea of eating insects in Europe was more of a joke than a serious proposal. Crickets were associated with faraway countries, not dinner plates in Paris or Berlin. But over the past three decades, attitudes have started to shift.
Driven by environmental concerns and the search for sustainable protein sources, crickets are slowly entering the European food scene. Unlike traditional livestock, they require less water, space, and feed, and they emit far fewer greenhouse gases. That makes them attractive to a generation more conscious of their ecological footprint.
