Crispy Parisian Gnocchi in 30 Minutes: The Pâte à Choux Trick That Makes It Pillowy Inside

Brian Lagerstrom breaks down how to make Parisian-style gnocchi from scratch using a pâte à choux base — seared golden on the outside, pillowy on the inside — paired with a bright walnut-herb pesto and spring vegetables. The recipe works with gluten-free flour and uses pantry staples, making it far more approachable than it looks. A great weeknight showstopper for spring.

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🧾 Ingredients

  • 12 cups AP flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • 21.5 cups water
  • 31 cup grated pecorino
  • 46 oz butter
  • 55–6 eggs
  • 61 tbsp salt
  • 72 tbsp grainy mustard
  • 81 tbsp minced chives
  • 92 oz (1 cup) fresh basil
  • 101 oz (1/2 cup) fresh parsley
  • 113.5 oz extra virgin olive oil
  • 12Juice of 1 lemon
  • 132 oz (1/4 cup) grated pecorino
  • 141 oz (2 tbsp) toasted chopped walnuts
  • 15Asparagus
  • 16Frozen peas
  • 171 tbsp butter (for glazing vegetables)
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