Creamy Chorizo Gnocchi
Creamy Chorizo Gnocchi is a rich, savory dish that combines the soft, pillowy texture of gnocchi with the smoky, spicy flavors of chorizo sausage. The creaminess of the sauce makes this a comfort food favorite, while the chorizo adds a kick of heat and depth. It's the perfect blend of indulgent and satisfying, ideal for a cozy dinner or a fun twist on classic pasta dishes.
Ingredients
- 500 g 17.5 oz gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 100 g 3.5 oz chorizo, cut into small pieces
- 1 medium shallot diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 large garlic cloves finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon red chilli flakes
- 75 ml ⅓ cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 100 g 3.5 oz cream cheese
- 100 g 3.5 oz baby spinach
- 30 g ⅓ cup grated Parmesan
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan or Dutch oven and fry the chorizo for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until slightly crunchy.
- Add the shallot and red bell pepper and continue to cook for 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies soften.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it generously and cook the gnocchi according to the instructions on the package.
- Back to the pan, stir in the garlic and red chilli flakes and continue to cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the wine and cook for a minute until the alcohol evaporates, then stir in the tomato paste.
- Take out half a cup of water from the pot the gnocchi are cooking into. Add the cream cheese and the gnocchi water and stir until you get a smooth, creamy sauce. Add some extra water as needed if it looks too thick.
- Stir in the baby spinach and allow the sauce to simmer for 1-2 minutes until it wilts. Add the cooked gnocchi and toss to smother them in the sauce.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan, season to taste and serve immediately, with some extra grated Parmesan on top if you like.