Pan-frying gnocchi brings a whole extra dimension to these pillowy little dumplings. The golden, crispy exterior provides a beautiful contrast with today's creamy mushroom sauce. As an added bonus it's incredibly easy to make, leaving you plenty of time to put your feet up. Enjoy!
1 unit(s)
Echalion Shallot
150 grams
Green Beans
300 grams
Gnocchi
150 grams
Chestnut Mushrooms
1 unit(s)
Garlic Clove
150 grams
Reduced Fat Creme Fraiche
½ bunch(es)
Flat Leaf Parsley
½ sachet(s)
Vegetable Stock Powder
40 grams
Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese
(Contains: Milk, Egg)
100 milliliter(s)
Water
Put a large saucepan of water on to boil for the green beans. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat and add the gnocchi. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden all over. Remove from the pan and set aside (keep the pan!). Tip: Fry the gnocchi in batches if your pan isn't large enough!
Meanwhile, halve, peel and chop the shallot into small pieces. Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). Thinly slice the mushrooms. Trim the green beans and chop into 3 pieces. Finely chop the parsley (stalks and all).
Return the now empty frying pan to high heat and add a splash of oil. Add the mushrooms
(in batches if necessary - don't overcrowd the pan or they will sweat not fry!) and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown, 5 mins. Reduce
the heat to medium-low and add the shallot. Cook, stirring, for 3-4 mins, then add
the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. If the pan gets too dry, add a
splash of water.
Add the vegetable stock powder (see ingredients for amount) and water (see ingredients for amount) to the frying pan. Season with a pinch of pepper. Stir to dissolve the stock and simmer over medium heat until thickened, 8-10 mins. Meanwhile, add the green beans to the pan of boiling water. Cook for 3-4 mins. Drain in a colander and set aside.
Stir the crème fraîche into the mushroom sauce. Once heated through, add the gnocchi, green beans and half the parsley. Give it a good stir, then season to taste with salt and pepper if needed.
Divide the creamy gnocchi between bowls. Top with the hard Italian cheese and a sprinkling of the remaining parsley. Buon appetito!