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Juicy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Recipe

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This Juicy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi recipe offers a luscious blend of tender gnocchi, creamy tomato and spinach sauce, and flavorful smoked salmon. Sautéed shallots and garlic create an aromatic base, deglazed with white wine for depth, then enriched with cream cheese for a rich, velvety finish. Perfect for an elegant yet comforting meal, this dish comes together quickly on the stovetop and delivers restaurant-quality flavors at home.

Ingredients

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Sauce Base

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot, minced
  • 2 large garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/3 cup dry white wine (75 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons concentrated tomato puree
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herb blend
  • 1 cup water (200 ml)

Vegetables & Dairy

  • 100 g fresh spinach leaves (3.5 oz)
  • 180 g cream cheese

Main Ingredients

  • Gnocchi (quantity as per package instructions, typically about 500 g)
  • Flaked hot smoked salmon (approximately 150-200 g)

Optional Garnish

  • Freshly chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large, deep pan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the minced shallot and sauté for 1-2 minutes until soft and fragrant. Stir in the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional minute to release the aromatics.
  2. Deglaze with White Wine: Pour the dry white wine into the pan and cook until the alcohol mostly evaporates, allowing the flavors to concentrate and deepen the sauce base.
  3. Cook the Gnocchi: While preparing the sauce, bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the gnocchi according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside, reserving some cooking water for later use if needed.
  4. Build the Base of the Sauce: Return to the sauté pan and add the concentrated tomato puree along with the Italian herb blend. Stir everything together then pour in 200 ml of water (using reserved gnocchi water if desired). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to develop the sauce.
  5. Incorporate Spinach and Cream Cheese: Add the fresh spinach to the simmering sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Then, stir in the cream cheese and allow it to melt completely, creating a creamy, rich sauce. Let it bubble gently for a minute to blend the flavors thoroughly.
  6. Combine Gnocchi and Salmon: Gently fold the cooked gnocchi and flaked hot smoked salmon into the sauce. Ensure that everything is evenly coated. Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with freshly chopped parsley for added color and freshness.

Notes

  • Reserve some gnocchi cooking water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed.
  • Use hot smoked salmon for the best flavor; cold-smoked salmon can be used but will change the taste profile slightly.
  • Fresh spinach can be substituted with baby kale or Swiss chard for variation.
  • If cream cheese is unavailable, mascarpone or ricotta can be alternatives for a creamy texture.
  • Serve this dish immediately to enjoy the softness of the gnocchi and freshness of the sauce.

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