Description
Korean-inspired Gochujang Gnocchi delivers a spicy, creamy pasta experience that blends Italian technique with bold Korean flavors. Pillowy potato dumplings dance in a rich, fiery sauce, inviting you to savor an unforgettable culinary fusion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 500 grams (17.6 ounces) gnocchi
- 250 milliliters (8.45 fluid ounces) vegan single cream
- 12 courgettes, chopped (use two small or one large courgette)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)
Cooking Base:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare a griddle pan over medium heat and drizzle with olive oil, creating a sizzling cooking surface.
- Introduce chopped courgettes and minced garlic into the pan, gently sautéing them for 5-6 minutes while periodically stirring to prevent burning.
- If garlic begins to darken too rapidly, splash a small amount of water to moderate the temperature and prevent scorching.
- Allow courgettes to develop a rich, caramelized golden-brown coloration on each side, enhancing their natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Introduce gnocchi, vegan cream, and a blend of dried herbs into the pan, allowing the ingredients to meld together harmoniously.
- Simmer the mixture until gnocchi becomes perfectly tender and luxuriously coated in the creamy sauce, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Taste the dish carefully, adjusting seasoning as necessary to balance the complex flavor profile.
- Transfer the gochujang gnocchi to serving plates, ensuring each portion receives an equal distribution of vegetables and sauce.
- Serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot, preserving its textural integrity and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Swap courgettes with seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or asparagus for varied texture and flavor profiles.
- Choose store-bought or homemade gnocchi depending on time and cooking skills, ensuring consistent potato-based texture.
- Reduce gochujang quantity for milder heat or substitute with sriracha for different spice complexity.
- Enhance protein content by adding plant-based chicken alternatives or crispy tofu cubes during the saut
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg