Tapas Style Spanish Rioja Marinated Chorizo Sausage

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Tapas Style Spanish Rioja Marinated Chorizo Sausage
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

2 hrs 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs good quality spanish chorizo sausage
8 fluid ounces rioja wine
5 black peppercorns
3 dried bay leaves , crumbled
flat leaf parsley , for serving
toothpick

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
326
Sugar
1g
Fat
26g
Tapas are a popular type of small plates served in Spain, often enjoyed with drinks as a way to socialize with friends and family. This recipe for Tapas Style Spanish Rioja Marinated Chorizo Sausage is a delicious way to bring the flavors of Spain to your next gathering. The chorizo sausage is marinated in rioja wine and spices, creating a bold flavor profile that will leave your guests wanting more. Easy to make and even easier to share, this tapas dish is a crowd-pleaser that will transport you to the streets of Madrid.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the chorizo sausage, rioja wine, black peppercorns and crumbled bay leaves.
2.Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours, overnight if possible.
3.Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
4.Arrange the sausages on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Insert toothpicks diagonally in the middle of each sausage.
5.Bake the marinated chorizo sausages in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are fully cooked.
6.Serve on a platter, garnished with flat leaf parsley.

PROS

This Spanish chorizo sausage recipe is quick and easy to make.

The marinating process gives the chorizo a delicious and bold flavor profile.

This tapas style appetizer is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

CONS

Chorizo sausage can be high in calories and fat, limit your intake if you want to maintain a balanced and healthy diet.

Some people may find the flavor of chorizo too strong for their taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chorizo sausage is a good source of protein and provides essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12, zinc, and iron.
However, it is also high in fat, so it should be eaten in moderation.
Rioja wine contains antioxidants, which can help protect the body against oxidative stress and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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