Pork Gnocchi
Pork gives gnocchi room to move beyond a familiar tomato ragù. Fresh basil, chile, fermented seasonings, and pickled vegetables can each change the character of a bowl without losing the comfort of soft dumplings.
Ground pork takes on bold flavors
Small pieces of pork spread their seasoning through a sauce. Thai basil adds a fragrant finish beside garlic and chile. The mapo-inspired combination is deeper and more pungent, with soft tofu giving another texture beside the gnocchi. Neither needs a cheese sauce to feel substantial.
Rich meat and something crisp
Chile-braised shoulder has a soft, rich texture that suits the earthy flavor of blue corn gnocchi. Lemongrass pork with pickled carrot and daikon makes a lighter-tasting bowl, where tenderloin, crunchy vegetables, and soft dumplings remain distinct.
