Tossed with your preferred pasta, this hot and savory dish mixes the smokey, rich taste of chorizo sausage with the heat of chili peppers. Anyone who enjoys some spiciness in their food will find this simple, quick recipe ideal. For hectic week evenings when you want a filling dinner without spending hours in the kitchen, this is a great option.
To make your Chorizo & Chilli Pepper Pasta a hit, we will walk over the ingredients, detailed directions, and some useful advice in this post.
Why Pasta with Chorizo and Chilli Pepper?
Thanks to a combination of paprika, garlic, and other spices, chorizo—a strongly seasoned sausage—offers great flavor. Combining it with chili peppers accentuates the sausage’s smokey, savory flavors and adds still another layer of heat. This is a great and hearty meal that is both spicy and satisfying since the pasta helps counter the taste. Should you enjoy strong flavors, this dish will quickly become your go-to!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces (225g) pasta—penne, spaghetti, or your preferred shape.
- one cup of sliced or crumbled chorizo
- One to two thinly sliced red chile peppers, taste-adjustable
- Two teaspoons olive oil.
- Two minced cloves of garlic
- Halved cherry tomatoes, half cup
- Optional for a creamy or saucy texture, 1/2 cup heavy cream or tomato sauce.
- Taste salt and pepper accordingly.
- Fresh parsley or basil, cut for accent.
- Grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cook the pasta.
Cook the pasta in a saucepan of salted boiling water starting from the package directions. Cook the pasta al dente for optimal results so it holds up nicely with the sauce. Drain the pasta after cooked, saving roughly half a cup of pasta water for use in the sauce later on when necessary.
2. Sear the Chili Peppers and Chorizo.
In a big skillet set on medium-low, heat the olive oil. Add the chorizo; sauté till it releases its oils and begins to become golden brown. That should take three to four minutes. If you are using sliced chorizo, ensure sure every slice is fairly browned. Use more chili peppers if you want a spicier meal; else, keep to one pepper or cut the seeds to produce less heat. Add sliced chile peppers and garlic to the skillet; heat until fragrant, one to two minutes.
3. Add tomatoes and optional cream or sauce.
Put the cherry tomatoes in the skillet and simmer, uncovered, roughly two minutes until they soften. If you like a creamy or saucy texture, you can also add tomato sauce or heavy cream at this point. Tomato sauce gives a tangy touch; the cream will reduce the heat and provide a silky sauce.
4. Pair with pasta.
To coat everything consistently, toss the cooked pasta in the skillet alongside the chorizo, chile, and any sauce. Add a little reserve pasta water to help bind the ingredients together if the pasta feels rather dry. Taste-wise, season with salt and pepper.
5. Present and Finish garnish
Turn off the skillet’s heat and scatter chopped parsley or basil over the spaghetti for a fresh, herbaceous accent. For more taste, top if preferred with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Serving Suggestions
Although this is a filling meal on its own, chorizo and chili pepper pasta go nicely with a light side salad or garlic bread. Garlic bread makes a terrific side for soaking up the sauce; the freshness of the salad counteracts the richness of the pasta.
Perfect Chorizo & Chilli Pepper Pasta Advice
- Choosing Chorizo: Depending on your taste, search for Spanish or Mexican chorizo. Mexican chorizo is fresh and crumbly; Spanish chorizo is usually smokey and aged. Though they have different textures and tastes, both work nicely.
- Changing the Spice Level: Either keep the chili pepper seeds or sprinkle some chili flakes if you wish additional spice. Use mild peppers or eliminate the seeds to cut the spiciness.
- Making it Creamy or Saucy: Making it creamy or sauced by adding cream produces a rich, silky sauce that lessens the heat. For a thinner, tangy taste, you may also add tomato sauce.
- Cooking Time: Cook chorizo until slightly browned; overcooking can make it tough. Medium heat sautéing causes the fat to become rendered without drying it out.
Conclusion:
Quick and filling, Chorizo & Chilli Pepper Pasta combines pasta with the strong tastes of chorizo and chili peppers. It’s ideal for weekend treats or for hectic evenings. This spaghetti is a certain crowd-pleaser with its vivid colors, delicious taste, and a hint of fire. Try it and the delicious, fiery goodness of this simple yet remarkable dish will be yours!
