Gnocchi with Chorizo Harissa Sauce (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender gnocchi tossed with crispy chorizo, creamy harissa coconut sauce, fresh peppers, and baby spinach.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 teaspoon sunflower oil
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150 grams diced Spanish chorizo
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1 small onion, peeled and finely diced
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1 red bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
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2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1.5 tablespoons harissa paste
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1 tablespoon tomato purée
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200 millilitres full-fat coconut milk
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150 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
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500 grams fresh gnocchi
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60 grams baby spinach
→ To Serve
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Chilli flakes
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Freshly ground black pepper
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Fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps:
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Heat sunflower oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
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Add diced chorizo and cook, stirring regularly, for 3 to 4 minutes until it releases its oils.
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Remove chorizo using a slotted spoon and set aside in a bowl.
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Reduce pan heat to medium. Add onion, red bell pepper, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until softened.
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Meanwhile, bring a large pan of water to the boil for the gnocchi.
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Add harissa paste and tomato purée to the sautéed vegetables. Stir to combine.
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Pour in coconut milk and add cherry tomatoes. Stir and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add gnocchi to boiling water. Cook for 2 to 4 minutes until gnocchi float to the surface.
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Transfer cooked gnocchi directly into the frying pan with the sauce using a slotted spoon.
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Add baby spinach and reserved chorizo to the pan. Stir and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until spinach wilts.
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Serve hot, garnished with chilli flakes, freshly ground black pepper, and chopped parsley.
# Notes & Tips:
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To reduce heat, use mild chorizo and substitute harissa with extra tomato purée and mild spices. This achieves a gentler flavour profile.
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This dish is best enjoyed freshly prepared but can be reheated in a pan over medium heat with a splash of water as needed.
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Not suitable for freezing as texture may deteriorate upon thawing.
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Chorizo can be swapped for bacon, cooked chicken, pork, or prawns. Additional vegetables such as peas, green beans, or courgette may also be used.
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Recipe quantities may be doubled or halved, retaining proportional ingredient ratios. Larger batches may require extended cooking time for even heating.