Description
This Gochujang Gnocchi recipe combines tender potato gnocchi with a spicy, sweet, and savory Korean-inspired gochujang sauce. Enhanced by garlicky sautéed spinach and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, this dish offers a delightful fusion of flavors that’s easy to prepare in under 40 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful meal to impress guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Gnocchi
- 1 pound potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons gochujang paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
- Chopped green onions (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Gnocchi: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the store-bought or homemade potato gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the gochujang paste, soy sauce, honey, salt, and pepper. Set this flavorful sauce mixture aside.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Gnocchi: Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet along with a pinch of salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi begins to turn golden and crispy on the edges.
- Add Spinach: Toss in the chopped spinach with the gnocchi in the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
- Combine Sauce and Gnocchi: Pour the prepared gochujang sauce over the gnocchi and spinach. Stir thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the gnocchi hot, garnished with optional sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- For homemade gnocchi, ensure they are cooked similarly by boiling until they float before sautéing.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang paste to control the spice level according to your preference.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned pan to avoid gnocchi sticking while sautéing.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure the soy sauce used is gluten-free certified.
- Garnishes like toasted sesame seeds and green onions enhance the dish’s flavor and presentation but are optional.
