Crispy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta Recipe
This recipe for Crispy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta offers a delightful combination of crispy pan-fried gnocchi with fresh, wilted spinach and tangy feta cheese. The gnocchi is boiled until tender and then pan-fried to a golden crisp, making each bite perfectly textured. Enhanced with garlic, red pepper flakes, and simple seasonings, this dish is a savory, quick, and satisfying vegetarian meal ideal for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups fresh spinach (about 120 g)
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 115 g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float to the surface, typically 2-3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and let drain.
- Pan-Fry Gnocchi: Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the cooked gnocchi and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until the bottom side turns golden brown and crispy.
- Crisp All Sides: Gently stir and flip the gnocchi to ensure they brown and crisp on all sides, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Sauté Garlic: Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic to the pan, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding burning.
- Wilt Spinach: Add the fresh spinach to the pan and stir gently until it wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season: Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Remove the pan from heat.
- Add Feta: Stir in the crumbled feta cheese, mixing gently until combined and slightly warmed by residual heat.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the pan when frying gnocchi.
- If fresh spinach is unavailable, frozen spinach can be used but should be thawed and drained well before adding.
- Red pepper flakes are optional and can be adjusted or omitted based on spice preference.
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the crisp texture.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet to maintain some crispiness rather than microwaving.
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