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Creamy chorizo and prawn pasta in a red pan.
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Easy Chorizo and Prawn Pasta

A tasty prawn and chorizo pasta recipe with juicy king prawns, smoky chorizo, and a creamy tomato sauce. It's easily customisable and ready in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights!
Course Pasta
Cuisine Spanish
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 554kcal
Author Beth Sachs

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Equipment

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 250 g Pasta rigatoni or penne
  • 150 g Chorizo sliced
  • 1 Red Onion peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 Garlic Cloves peeled and finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 300 ml Passata
  • 100 ml Creme Fraiche
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • 350 g Cooked King Prawns
  • 50 g Parmesan grated
  • ½ Lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon Parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Bring a pan of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta according to instructions. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of pasta cooking water.
    250 g Pasta
  • Whilst the pasta is cooking dry fry the chorizo in a shallow casserole or frying pan until it starts to release its oils.
    150 g Chorizo
  • Add the sliced red onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes on a medium heat.
    1 Red Onion, 2 Garlic Cloves
  • Stir in the oregano and smoked paprika.
    2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika, 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • Add the passata, creme fraiche, salt, pepper, and sugar. Simmer for 8 minutes on a low heat.
    300 ml Passata, 100 ml Creme Fraiche, 1 teaspoon Sugar, ½ teaspoon Salt, ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • Mix through the cooked king prawns, parmesan, and squeeze of lemon juice. Warm through for 2 minutes.
    350 g Cooked King Prawns, 50 g Parmesan, ½ Lemon
  • Stir in the cooked pasta and a little reserved cooking water to make a silky smooth sauce. Garnish with parsley and serve with more grated Parmesan.
    2 tablespoon Parsley

Notes

Top Tips:
  • Reserve a cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta. This starchy water can be added to the sauce at the end to create a silky smooth consistency.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, but make sure to leave it al dente. This will prevent it from becoming mushy when mixed with the sauce.
  • If you don't have access to fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs instead. However, keep in mind that dried herbs are more potent than fresh, so use them sparingly.
  • To ensure your prawns stay juicy and tender, only add them to the sauce for the last few minutes of cooking. Overcooked prawns can become rubbery and tough.
 
Variations:
  • Veggies: To up the vegetable content, you can add in a handful of baby spinach or some frozen peas or sweetcorn. Simply add them in at the same time as the prawns and they will quickly cook/wilt in the heat of the sauce.
  • Spicier Sauce: If you prefer a bit of heat, you can add a teaspoon of chilli flakes at the same time as the smoked paprika and oregano. This will give the sauce a nice kick.
  • Bacon or Pancetta: If you don't have chorizo or prefer a different meat, you can swap it out for some smoked bacon or pancetta. Cut it into small pieces and cook it in the pan until crispy before adding in the onion and garlic.
  • Chickpeas: For an extra portion of protein, you can add in a tin of drained chickpeas. This will give the dish a nice texture and make it more filling.
 
Storage:
Store - If you have leftover pasta, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Make sure the pasta has cooled down before placing it in the fridge.
Reheat - To reheat the pasta, transfer it to a pan with a splash of water. Heat it on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it's heated through. Alternatively, you can reheat it in the microwave in a microwave-safe dish.
 
Nutrition:
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
 

Nutritional Information (Approximate)

Calories: 554kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 1498mg | Potassium: 699mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1484IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 257mg | Iron: 4mg
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