ANGEL-HAIR PASTA WITH SAUTEED OYSTERS AND CHORIZO

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In this easy pasta course, chorizo -- a cured-pork sausage seasoned with chili powder and paprika -- is a lively complement to cooked oysters and a refreshing departure from the smoked bacon commonly paired with them.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 ounces dried, hot chorizo sausage, thinly sliced into rounds
1/4 cup ( 1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Coarse salt
2 tablespoons sherry
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
2 dozen shucked fresh oysters
8 ounces angel-hair pasta
1/4 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
2/3 cup strained oyster liquor

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add chorizo. Cook, stirring, until crisp, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels, and let drain. Wipe out pan.
  • Melt butter in pan over medium heat. Add flour, spices, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, whisking constantly, 3 minutes (do not brown). Add sherry, and cook, whisking, 1 minute. Whisk in cream and oyster liquor. Bring to a simmer, and whisk until thick, about 3 minutes.
  • Add salt to boiling water; add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain. Add oysters to sauce; gently poach until just cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Add pasta; toss. Divide among plates. Top with chorizo; sprinkle with orange zest.

Moses Malunga
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I'm not a big fan of oysters, but I loved this dish.


Vicki Hanks
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This dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Nomankhan
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I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone who loves seafood.


Dipu Chowdhury
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests.


Gyani yadav
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The oysters and chorizo are a perfect match.


Jaleeyah Livingston
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Oladiti Tobiloba
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this dish.


Sony Sony
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Bright Prince
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Tawhidul Ialam
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The angel hair pasta was cooked al dente, and the sauteed oysters and chorizo were flavorful and tender. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the overall dish was very enjoyable.


Khan Blbl
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors was incredible, and the oysters were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.