Satisfy your taste buds with the bold and savory flavors of this wonderful chorizo dish that goes great with pasta. This easy-to-make recipe combines the smokiness of chorizo with the richness of tomatoes and a hint of spice for a mouthwatering pasta experience.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 a pound of penne or your favorite pasta
- 1/2 a pound of chorizo sausage
- 1 tin of diced tomatoes
- 1 onion
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sliced chorizo until browned. Remove excess oil if necessary.
- Add chopped onions to the skillet and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice. Add dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, coating it evenly with the chorizo and tomato mixture. If needed, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
