Honey Chilli Beef with Crispy Gnocchi

Steps

1. 1

   Spritz the 500g of gnocchi with 1/2 tbsp of oil and toss with 1 tsp each of paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder.

2. 2

   Cook the seasoned gnocchi in an air fryer at 200°C (400 °F) (390°F (200 °C)) for 15 minutes, or bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.

   Start 15-minute timer
3. 3

   While the gnocchi cooks, heat 1 tbsp of chilli oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and red pepper and fry until softened.

4. 4

   Add the 300g of lean minced beef to the pan and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is no longer pink.

5. 5

   Stir in 2 tbsp of tomato purée and the remaining 1 tsp each of paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook for a few minutes until the tomato purée has darkened slightly.

6. 6

   Pour in 200ml of beef stock, 100ml of light single cream, and 2 tsp of honey. Stir well to combine.

7. 7

   Simmer the beef mixture for 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded.

   Start 10-minute timer
8. 8

   Top the crispy gnocchi with the honey chilli beef and serve with a sprinkling of fresh parsley.