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Hot Gnocchi with Chorizo and Mexican Spices

A warm and spicy dish combining soft potato gnocchi with savory chorizo, bright bell pepper, and a simple tomato sauce for a quick, flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Gnocchi and Sauce Ingredients
  • 150 grams gnocchi
  • 1/2 sachet diced chorizo
  • 1/2 bell pepper bell pepper Deseeded and cut into thin strips
  • 1/2 head garlic Finely chopped
  • 1/2 sachet Mexican spices Adjust for taste
  • 25 milliliters vegetable broth
  • 1/2 packet diced tomatoes
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil Plus drizzle for vinaigrette
  • 1/2 sachet grated cheddar Divided
  • 1/2 sachet salad leaves
  • 1/2 pot Greek yogurt For serving
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon black balsamic vinegar
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the broth with hot water.
  2. Deseed and cut the bell pepper into thin 5 millimeter strips.
  3. Finely chop the garlic.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large sauté pan over medium high heat.
  2. Add the chorizo and bell pepper and brown for 2 to 3 minutes, adding a little drizzle of olive oil if needed.
  3. Add 1/2 sachet of Mexican spices, adjusting to your taste, the sugar, and the garlic. Cook for 1 more minute.
  4. Add the gnocchi to the sauté pan and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes over medium high heat.
  5. Slightly reduce the heat, then deglaze the pan with the diced tomatoes and broth. Reduce the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Add half of the grated cheddar and mix until melted. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Assembly
  1. In a salad bowl, make a vinaigrette by mixing a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Add the salad just before serving and mix.
  3. Serve the gnocchi in sauce on plates. Sprinkle with the remaining cheddar and add a spoonful of yogurt. Serve the salad on the side.

Notes

For meal prep, make the sauce and gnocchi ahead of time. Reheat for a fast dinner. For a lighter option, use lean chorizo or reduce cheese and oil. Serve with salad for balance.