Chorizo & Prawn Pasta

10m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
25m
Ready In

Recipe: #28889

January 05, 2018

Categories: Shrimp, Onions,



"From the monthly magazine of one of our national supermarkets June '17."

Original is 4 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (156.3 g)
  • Calories 521.1
  • Total Fat - 14.9 g
  • Saturated Fat - 5 g
  • Cholesterol - 30.2 mg
  • Sodium - 422.9 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 82.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 11.4 g
  • Sugars - 0.8 g
  • Protein - 15.9 g
  • Calcium - 18.2 mg
  • Iron - 1.6 mg
  • Vitamin C - 2.1 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.5 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water until al dente.

Step 2

In a large frying pan, cook the chorizo, onion and garlic for 4 minutes or until golden.

Step 3

Deglaze the pan with sine and then stir in sauce and simmer for 5 minutes and then add prawns and cook for 2 minutes or until heated through.

Step 4

Drain the pasta, RESERVING 1/2 cup of the cooking water.

Step 5

Toss pasta with the sauce, adding a little cooking water to thin to desired consistency and then add basil and parmesan to serve.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • For best flavor, use freshly grated parmesan cheese.
  • If using frozen shrimp, make sure to thaw them before adding to the recipe.

  • Substitute the chorizo for vegan sausage to make the dish vegetarian friendly. The benefit of this substitution is that it will make the dish accessible to those who follow a vegetarian diet.
  • Substitute the shrimp for mushrooms to make the dish vegan friendly. The benefit of this substitution is that it will make the dish accessible to those who follow a vegan diet.

Vegetarian Option Replace the chorizo with a vegetarian alternative, such as tempeh or tofu. Replace the prawns with mushrooms.



Garlic Bread: A classic accompaniment to any pasta dish, garlic bread is the perfect side to this chorizo and prawn pasta. The crunchy texture and garlicky flavor of the garlic bread will balance out the savory flavors of the pasta. Plus, it's easy to make and always a crowd pleaser!


Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts: Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts are a great side dish to pair with this chorizo and prawn pasta. Roasting the Brussels sprouts brings out their sweet and nutty flavor, and the crunchy texture complements the savory flavors of the pasta. Plus, it's a healthy and delicious way to round out the meal!




FAQ

Q: What type of pasta should I use?

A: For this recipe, you should use casarecce pasta. Casarecce is a type of short, twisted pasta that works well with a variety of sauces.



Q: How do I cook the pasta?

A: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta and serve as desired.

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Fun facts:

Fun Fact 1: Chorizo is a type of pork sausage that originated in the Iberian Peninsula, now modern day Spain and Portugal. It was introduced to the Americas by Spanish explorers, and is now a popular ingredient in many Latin American dishes.

Fun Fact 2: Casarecce is a type of pasta that was invented in Sicily in the 16th century. It is said to have been named after the Casarecci family, who were famous for their pasta-making techniques.