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PUGLIAN GNOCCHI WITH TURNIP TOPS AND ANCHOVIES | Sedicipuglia with Clementina

Looking for an easy, authentic Italian dish? Try these Puglian gnocchi with turnip tops and anchovies!

A simple yet incredibly flavorful recipe, full of the rich taste of extra virgin olive oil and traditional Southern Italian ingredients. Every bite brings out the real flavors of Puglia: hearty, rustic, and unforgettable.

Soft potato gnocchi pair perfectly with the slightly bitter turnip tops and the bold, savory anchovies.

It’s a comforting dish, ideal for those who love vegetable-based pastas with a Mediterranean twist.

Quick Details:

• Category: Traditional Puglian First Course

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 20 minutes

• Difficulty: Easy

• Cost: Affordable

Ingredients (Serves 4):

• 800 g (1.75 lb) potato gnocchi

• 500 g (1.1 lb) cleaned turnip tops

• 5–6 oil-packed anchovies

• 2 garlic cloves

• Extra virgin olive oil, to taste

• Coarse salt, to taste

How to Make It:

1. Clean the turnip tops by removing tough stems and damaged leaves. Rinse well.

2. Cut the anchovies into small pieces and set aside.

3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the turnip tops for 8–10 minutes until tender.

4. In the same water, cook the gnocchi until they float (about 2–3 minutes).

5. In a large skillet, heat olive oil with garlic. Add the anchovies and melt them over low heat.

6. Add the drained turnip tops to the skillet and sauté for 1–2 minutes.

7. Toss in the cooked gnocchi and mix everything gently to combine the flavors.

Tips and Variations:

• Add a pinch of chili flakes for some heat.

• Toast two tablespoons of breadcrumbs in olive oil and sprinkle them over the dish for extra crunch.

• You can also use orecchiette pasta for a traditional variation!

🌿 Every bite of these gnocchi tells the story of Puglia — fresh, rustic, and full of soul.

Greetings from Clementina – Sedicipuglia, from the heart of my kitchen.

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