Best 2 Spicy Chorizo Pockets Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our delightful Spicy Chorizo Pockets, a tantalizing treat that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more. These pockets are the perfect combination of crispy dough, succulent chorizo filling, and a symphony of spices. Prepared with the finest ingredients, our recipe ensures that each bite bursts with flavor. Whether you're hosting a vibrant party or seeking a delightful snack for a cozy evening in, these chorizo pockets are guaranteed to be a hit. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and let's create these delectable pockets of joy! In addition to the classic Spicy Chorizo Pockets, we've included several other irresistible recipes to satisfy every palate. Treat your taste buds to our mouthwatering Chorizo and Potato Empanadas, a delightful fusion of chorizo and potato wrapped in flaky pastry. For a vegetarian option, our Spinach and Feta Filo Pockets offer a burst of freshness and flavor. And if you're looking for a sweet indulgence, our Apple and Cinnamon Pastries will transport you to dessert heaven with their delightful combination of sweet apples and warm cinnamon.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CHORIZO PASTA



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Macaroni and chorizo is classic Spanish comfort food. While iterations abound, it typically starts by frying smoked chorizo with a little onion, adding canned or fresh tomato and maybe some oregano, then letting it simmer into a thick tomato sauce. It's often topped with cheese and baked like a mac and cheese. Instead of fresh tomatoes, this recipe uses highly concentrated tomato paste, which is made by cooking down tomatoes for ages so you don't have to. The paste fries in the chorizo's rendered drippings for a very fast, silky, smoky and spicy sauce. When shopping for this recipe, look for Spanish chorizo, a shelf-stable sausage usually found near salami and other cured meats in the grocery store. Mexican chorizo is sold fresh and is made with different chiles and spices.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt and black pepper
1 pound orecchiette or other short pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
4 ounces Spanish chorizo, casing removed (see Tip), if necessary, and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons double concentrate tomato paste (or 6 tablespoons canned tomato paste)
3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, according to package directions, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
  • Meanwhile, in a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and chorizo over medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chorizo is crisp and brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn off the heat and use a slotted spoon to transfer the chorizo to a plate.
  • Return the pot to medium heat and add the tomato paste and garlic. Cook, stirring, until the tomato paste is caramelized and a shade darker, 3 to 5 minutes, covering the pan if the splattering is wild. Add the red-pepper flakes and a few grinds of black pepper, then remove from heat.
  • Add the cooked pasta and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to the tomato mixture. Return the pot to the medium-high heat, and stir vigorously until the pasta is well coated. Add more pasta water until the sauce is glossy. Stir in the chorizo and season to taste with salt and pepper.

SPEEDY CHORIZO WITH CHICKPEAS



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Spicy chorizo adds a touch of Spanish flavour to this nourishing chickpea dish

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

400g can chopped tomatoes
110g pack chorizo (unsliced)
140g wedge Savoy cabbage
sprinkling dried chilli flakes
410g can chickpeas , drained
1 chicken or vegetable stock cube

Steps:

  • Put a medium pan on the heat and tip in the tomatoes followed by a canful of water. While the tomatoes are heating, quickly chop the chorizo into chunky pieces and shred the cabbage.
  • Pile the chorizo and cabbage into the pan with the chilli flakes and chickpeas, then crumble in the stock cube. Stir well, cover and leave to bubble over a high heat for 6 minutes until the cabbage is just tender. Ladle into bowls and eat with crusty or garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.3 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 4.26 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a good quality chorizo. You can use a Mexican chorizo, which is typically spicier, or a Spanish chorizo, which has a sweeter, smokier flavor.
  • If you don't have any crescent roll dough, you can use puff pastry dough instead.
  • Be sure to brown the chorizo before adding it to the filling. This will help to bring out the flavor and prevent the chorizo from becoming dry.
  • If you like, you can add other ingredients to the filling, such as diced bell peppers, onions, or jalapeƱos.
  • Be careful not to overfill the crescent roll pockets, or they will burst open during baking.
  • Serve the chorizo pockets warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Chorizo pockets are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a quick and easy meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these chorizo pockets a try. You won't be disappointed!

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