Gofio Dumplings (pella De Gofio)
Gofio Dumplings, also known as Pella de Gofio, are a traditional Canarian dish that is simple to make and bursting with flavor. These dumplings are a staple in Canarian cuisine and are perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of gofio
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tomato, grated
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the gofio with the onion, garlic, red bell pepper, grated tomato, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the vegetable broth gradually while stirring until a firm dough is formed.
- Form the dough into small dumplings and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the dumplings to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove the dumplings from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Serve the gofio dumplings hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Large bowl Large pan Plate Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Grater Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the gofio dumplings with a side of mojo sauce for an authentic Canarian experience.
Tips & tricks
For a twist, you can add raisins or chopped almonds to the gofio dough for added texture and flavor.
Cost
$10