Spaghetti with Chouriço: Hearty Portuguese-Style Pasta Recipe
Looking for a twist on pasta night? This smoky Portuguese spaghetti recipe uses chouriço and a secret splash of soy sauce. It’s so savory—you have to try it!
Pasta Recipes
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Ingredients
2 large onions, sliced and cut into quarters2 tablespoons of olive oil2 tablespoons minced garlic1 pound ground beef1 pound ground Linguica or Chouriço (Portuguese Sausage)1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoon black pepper1 28oz can crushed tomatoes, ground peeled (Chunky Style)¼ cup soy sauce½ teaspoon dry basil1 pound spaghetti, cooked in water
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and toss with a little oil to keep it moist. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, over medium-high heat add olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent, about 10 minutes.
- Add the meat and chouriço, salt and pepper and sauté until browned, about 10 minutes.
- Add the crushed tomato, soy sauce and basil and bring to a simmer.
- Simmer for an hour stirring occasionally.
- Combine spaghetti with sauce and serve.
Adapted from a Recipe by: Kevin Cordeiro
Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)
Calories
654 kcal
Fat
39 g g
Carbs
41 g g
Protein
32 g g
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Comments (4)
Doris
Just taste tested the sauce - been simmering for almost an hour - it’s very good!!!!
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5 Years ago, Monday, September 13, 2021
Doris
I am skeptical about the soy sauce, but willing to give it a shot. Will let you know. I’d tend more toward adding some red wine.
5 Years ago, Monday, September 13, 2021
H. Teeter
Looks easy, hope it tastes good when I make it.
5 Years ago, Monday, September 6, 2021
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