Vegan Mexican Casserole With Gnocchi

Step 1

Boil water in a skillet and add the gnocchi in it. Cook as per instructions on the packet. Once they begin to float, drain the water.

Step 2

Immediately, stir-fry them in oil, in the same pan. Fry till they turn light golden on bot sides. Fry them in batches if needed and do not stir them often. Transfer to a plate when done.

Step 3

Heat oil in the pan. Fry minced garlic till they turn light golden. Then add chopped onions. Saute till they turn translucent.

Step 4

Add tomatoes and salt. Cook till they turn soft and pulpy.

Step 5

Drain the black beans from the can and add to the pan. Mix and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 6

Now add the spices like cumin powder, cajun seasoning, Mexican seasoning and salsa. Mix and cook for another minute and then transfer to another plate.

Step 7

Take the pan off the flame, drizzle oil and then add crushed tortilla chips. Cover the whole pan with the chips.

Step 8

Then layer it with cooked gnocchi.

Step 9

Spread the black bean mixture all over it.

Step 10

Top it with grated cheese and cilantro. Do not mix. Place the pan on the flame, cover and cook for 1-2 minutes on medium flame.

Step 11

Once the cheese melts and is golden and bubbly on top, take the pan off the flame.