Spaghetti with Spanish flavours
Cooking With KidsThis rich and vibrant pasta dish brings the aromatic essence of Spanish cuisine to the table through a precise blend of piquant chorizo, roasted red peppers, and aged Parmesan. The interplay between the succulent texture of the sausage and the depth of the cheese creates a sophisticated, multi-layered experience, perfect for a family dinner balancing subtle heat with the natural sweetness of fresh vegetables.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Instructions
- 1Put a pan of water on over a high heat to boil. Meanwhile, snip the chorizo into strips with scissors, and chop the parsley and peppers (check for stray seeds first).
- 2When the water is boiling briskly, add the spaghetti with a good measure of salt, stir and return to the boil. Cook for 3 minutes.
- 3In a large frying pan, heat the oil, add the chorizo and peppers and plenty of black pepper. Cook for a minute or so, until heated through and the juices are stained red from the paprika in the chorizo. Scoop half a mugful of pasta water from the pan, drain the remainder and tip the spaghetti into the frying pan.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 116
- Protein
- 3.1g
- Carbs
- 0.2g
Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Chef tips
To deepen the Spanish flavors, make sure to sear the sausages well until they release their seasoned red fat, creating a rich and aromatic base for your pasta sauce. For a richer version, add a handful of pitted Kalamata olives at the end and garnish with fresh chopped parsley to balance the kick of the smoked paprika.
Culinary reasoning
This rich and vibrant pasta dish brings the aromatic essence of Spanish cuisine to the table through a precise blend of piquant chorizo, roasted red peppers, and aged Parmesan. The interplay between the succulent texture of the sausage and the depth of the cheese creates a sophisticated, multi-layered experience, perfect for a family dinner balancing subtle heat with the natural sweetness of fresh vegetables.
