The Spanish Chorizo in red wine is one of the most popular tapas all over the country.
It’s a classic Spanish dish that’s perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just looking for a tasty snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a dish that’s bursting with flavour and sure to impress your guests. It is also very easy to make, with minimal ingredients. I’ve always loved this recipe and I often order it when I go out for tapas.
Ingredients for the Spanish Chorizo in Red Wine Tapas Recipe
For this delectable chorizo in red wine recipe, you’ll need 4 fresh chorizo sausages, 200-250 ml of dry red wine, with Tempranillo being an excellent choice, one small onion, 1 clove of garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 bay leaf, and some parsley for garnishing. These simple yet flavourful ingredients come together to create a mouthwatering tapas dish that’s sure to impress your guests.
How to Make Spanish Chorizo in Red Wine Tapas Recipe
Start by heating a tablespoon of olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and fry for a couple of minutes, until translucent and fragrant. Then, add the chorizo to the pan and fry for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Next, add the minced garlic and mix well with the chorizo, cooking for another minute to release the garlic’s aroma. Pour the red wine into the pan and reduce the heat to low. Add the bay leaf for an earthy touch to the sauce.
Let the mixture simmer gently for about 20 minutes, or until the wine reduces and forms a thicker sauce. Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the chorizo and sauce to a tapas dish. Sprinkle generously with chopped parsley for a fresh and colourful touch. Serve the chorizo in red wine hot, accompanied by crusty bread for dipping into the delicious sauce.
Notes and Tips
- Make sure to buy fresh chorizo sausages and not cured ones that don’t need cooking. They are uncooked sausages that have quite a red colour due to the paprika added to the meat. They are perfect for infusing with the red wine sauce.
- The red wine reduces during cooking to create a thick and flavourful sauce. If you prefer a thinner sauce, you can add a bit more wine or even some chicken broth if you prefer.
- Fresh parsley adds a touch of freshness to the dish, but you can also experiment with other fresh herbs based on your own taste.
Spanish Chorizo in Red Wine Tapas
Ingredients
- 4 fresh chorizo sausages sliced
- 200-250 ml dry red wine Tempranillo is a great choice
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bay leaf
- parsley to taste
Instructions
- Start by heating a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan.
- Add the chopped onion and fry for a couple of minutes.
- Add the chorizo and fry over a medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and mix well for another minute or so.
- Pour the red wine into the pan and reduce the heat to low.
- Add the bay leaf.
- Simmer for 20 minutes, until the wine reduces and starts to form a thicker sauce.
- Move into a tapas dish, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread.
FAQ:
Q: Can I use any type of chorizo for this recipe?
A: It is recommended to use fresh chorizo sausage. The snacking chorizo, which you can find in the non-refrigerated section at your supermarket is already cooked and it won’t absorb the sauce. Also, it will dry significantly in pan so it’s not a good choice.
Q: What kind of red wine should I use?
A: While any dry red wine will work, I usually use Tempranillo because it’s a very affordable young wine, a step up from the classic cooking wine.
Q: What can I serve with chorizo in red wine?
A: This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread for dipping into the flavourful sauce. You can also serve it alongside other Spanish tapas such as olives, cheese, or patatas bravas.
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