Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rapid boil over high heat. Once boiling, gently add the gnocchi and cook them for about 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Carefully remove the gnocchi with a slotted spoon and let them drain in a colander while you prepare to fry them.

In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the drained gnocchi to the pan, being sure not to overcrowd them. Allow the gnocchi to cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms develop a beautiful golden-brown crust.

With a spatula, gently stir the gnocchi, turning them to brown all sides evenly. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.

Lower the heat to medium, then add minced garlic to the pan with the crispy gnocchi. Sauté for about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until the garlic becomes fragrant.

Next, add in the fresh spinach, stirring gently to combine it with the garlic and gnocchi. Cook until the spinach is wilted, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat. Toss everything together, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed.

Finally, remove the pan from heat and gently stir in the crumbled feta cheese until it’s well incorporated and starts to melt slightly. Serve warm straight from the pan.