Classic Brown Butter Sage Shrimp with Gnocchi
This recipe features shrimp and gnocchi coated in a rich brown butter and sage sauce. It's a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Large, heavy-bottomed skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp Unsalted butter
- 12-15 Fresh sage leaves, roughly torn
- 1 lb (≈ 450 g) Large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 lb (≈ 450 g) Store-bought potato gnocchi
- ¼ cup Dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ Fresh lemon, juiced
- ¼ cup Grated Parmesan (or Pecorino)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced optional
- Red-pepper flakes optional
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Olive oil for searing shrimp
- 1 Tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Melt butter in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Once the butter foams and turns golden-brown with a nutty scent, add the torn sage leaves and garlic (if using). Stir for 30 seconds until the sage is fragrant.
Notes
Keep a close eye on the butter to prevent burning. The precise cooking time for the gnocchi may vary depending on the brand; follow package instructions for best results. Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.