This allows you to enjoy your favorite dish more easily, simply, and adapt it to different dietary needs. Jolita Tamoševičienė, the chef of the “Iki” retail chain, notes that people are increasingly looking for alternatives to traditional flours, and gluten-free dishes are becoming not only a necessity for some people but also a conscious choice in everyday nutrition, according to the press release of this retail chain.
“Gluten is a group of proteins found in wheat, barley, and rye, which gives dough elasticity and fluffiness. People who do not tolerate it or have celiac disease avoid gluten. It is not necessary for everyone to do so, but experimenting in the kitchen and discovering new flavors is definitely worth it,” says chef Jolita Tamoševičienė.
According to her, more and more people are choosing simpler ingredients with clearer composition, and dishes like gnocchi allow you to easily adapt the recipe to individual needs. “It is a dish that does not require complicated products. Moreover, it is one of the more economical options, perfect for family lunch or dinner,” notes G. Kitovė.
Quick dinner without compromising on taste
The pace of modern life is very fast – many people combine work, family, and active leisure, so naturally, they want to spend as little time as possible in the kitchen. More and more often, solutions are sought that allow preparing a tasty, balanced dinner quickly and with little effort. For this reason, ready-made ingredients or semi-finished products that help shorten cooking time are becoming popular.
According to chef J. Tamoševičienė, this does not mean giving up quality or taste – on the contrary, by choosing the right products, you can achieve very good results. “People are less and less likely to choose to cook from scratch for hours on end. Instead, they look for convenient solutions – for example, ready-made Italian potato dumplings, pasta, long-cooked broths, or sauce bases that can be supplemented with fresh ingredients to create their own dish,” notes J. Tamoševičienė.
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She adds that this cooking method not only saves time but also encourages bolder experimentation. “When part of the work is already done, there is more freedom to play with flavors – to try new combinations, spices, or products. This is especially convenient in everyday cooking when you want variety but don’t have time for complicated recipes. Choosing good-quality potato dumplings, all that remains is to take care of what creates the whole character of the dish – the sauce and toppings. This is very convenient for those in a hurry: just a few dozen minutes, and on the table – a hearty, balanced, and cozy dish,” says the chef.
Gluten-free Italian potato dumplings with chicken and sun-dried tomatoes
Ingredients needed: 500 g gluten-free potato dumplings, 2 chicken breasts, 1 handful of sun-dried tomatoes, 2 garlic cloves, 150 ml cream (soy cream can be used), 50 g hard cheese (optional), olive oil, Italian spices, salt, pepper.
Preparation:
Cook the potato dumplings according to the package instructions and set aside. Heat olive oil in a pan, add the chicken cut into pieces, and fry until nicely browned. Then add chopped garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, sauté briefly.
Pour in the cream, reduce the heat, and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes. Season with salt and pepper, Italian spices, and if desired, stir in grated cheese. Add the cooked potato dumplings to the sauce, gently mix, and serve immediately.
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