Best 5 Spicy Chorizo Pockets Recipes

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Dive into the tantalizing world of spicy chorizo pockets, a culinary creation that ignites taste buds with its vibrant blend of flavors. These delectable bite-sized morsels offer a symphony of textures, combining the crispy exterior of golden brown pastry with the juicy, succulent filling of savory chorizo, aromatic spices, and a hint of heat that lingers. Whether you're hosting a lively party, seeking a satisfying snack, or looking for a unique and flavorful addition to your dinner spread, these spicy chorizo pockets are sure to impress and delight your palate.

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SPICED 'CHORIZO' PASTRY SLICES



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Enjoy these veggie sausage slices for lunch or in a picnic. Wrapped in puff pastry, they're packed with roasted peppers and spices

Provided by Good Food member Christiane Spring

Categories     Buffet, Lunch, Supper

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 vegetarian sausages
1 onion , finely chopped
3 garlic cloves , crushed
1 tbsp olive oil
3 roasted peppers from a jar, chopped
3 rosemary sprigs, finely chopped
1 tbsp harissa paste
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp mild curry powder
1 tbsp smoked paprika
plain flour , for dusting
1 sheet rolled puff pastry
1 tbsp milk (plant-based, if you like)
1 tbsp black sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Chop the sausages into small pieces. Put in a bowl with the onion, garlic, oil, peppers, rosemary, harissa and spices. Season and mix well. Fry over a medium heat for 8-10 mins until the onion is soft. Put in a dish and set aside to cool.
  • Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. On a lightly floured work surface, cut the pastry into six rectangles.
  • Put a heaped spoonful of filling onto one side of the rectangles, leaving a 1-2cm border. Brush some milk over any exposed pastry. Fold into a square and press to seal. Crimp with a fork.
  • Arrange on a lined baking tray. Brush with more milk and sprinkle over the seeds. Bake for 25-30 mins until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 25 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

FOCACCIA POCKETS



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These handheld stuffed focaccia pockets make great party food or lunches on the go. You can vary the fillings to suit your taste and what you have on hand--for example, swap sliced ham or salami for the pepperoni. Or omit the meat altogether and add roasted peppers, marinated artichoke hearts and/or a scattering of chopped olives. These pockets will keep for several days in the refrigerator too.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 pockets

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
2 teaspoons sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more if needed (see Cook's Note)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
3 ounces sliced pepperoni
1 cup fresh ricotta
1 1/2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella
1/3 cup grated pecorino, plus more for sprinkling
1 sprig fresh rosemary, needles removed for sprinkling
Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Warmed marinara sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Stir the yeast and sugar into 1 3/4 cups warm water (about 100 degrees F) in the measuring cup or a small bowl. Let sit until foamy, about 3 minutes.
  • Combine the flour and kosher salt in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Add the yeast mixture and 1/4 cup of the olive oil and mix on low speed just until the dough comes together. Switch to the dough hook and knead the dough, adding more flour or water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed, until the dough forms a loose ball that just pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Knead on high speed until the dough is smooth and elastic but still a bit looser than traditional bread dough, about 5 minutes.
  • Coat a large bowl with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add the dough and turn to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  • Coat a rimmed baking sheet with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Transfer the dough to the middle of the baking sheet. Gently stretch the dough all the way to edges of the baking sheet. If the dough springs back, let it rest for a few minutes and continue stretching. (Don't rush it; this process could take up to 10 to 15 minutes.)
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment. Use a pizza wheel to cut the dough lengthwise in half through the center, then make crosswise cuts to get 8 rectangles. Divide the pepperoni among the rectangles, placing it on the lower half of each rectangle and leaving a border around the edges. Dollop the ricotta on top of the pepperoni and spread with the back of a spoon, again leaving a border around the edges. Sprinkle with the mozzarella and pecorino, leaving the border free.
  • Fold the top of each dough rectangle over the filling and press the edges to seal. Use a large spatula to help transfer the pockets to the prepared baking sheets. Flatten each pocket slightly with the palm of your hand. Trim the edges with a pizza wheel, if desired. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Remove the plastic wrap from the pockets and use the tips of your fingers to gently dimple the dough all over. Brush lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with additional pecorino, the rosemary needles and flaky salt. Bake, rotating the baking sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through, until the pockets are golden brown on the tops and bottoms, about 20 minutes. Serve warm with marinara sauce.

SPICY CHORIZO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chorizo sausage, red onion, olive oil, red wine, pasta, balsamic vinegar, smoky chipotle tabasco sauce, salt and pepper

Provided by Simon Mell

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ chorizo sausage
1 red onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
⅛ cup red wine
1 box pasta
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
½ teaspoon smoky chipotle tabasco sauce
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in the pan, dice red onion and put in the pan.
  • Chop chorizo into pieces approx 5mm in size. Add to the pan with onions.
  • Add balsamic and saute for 5 mins until chorizo starts to crisp.
  • Add the wine and tabasco.
  • Cook pasta separately according to box directions.
  • Season the pan to taste, then add pasta and stir together.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 3 grams

SPICY CHORIZO PASTA



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Macaroni and chorizo is classic Spanish comfort food. While iterations abound, it typically starts by frying smoked chorizo with a little onion, adding canned or fresh tomato and maybe some oregano, then letting it simmer into a thick tomato sauce. It's often topped with cheese and baked like a mac and cheese. Instead of fresh tomatoes, this recipe uses highly concentrated tomato paste, which is made by cooking down tomatoes for ages so you don't have to. The paste fries in the chorizo's rendered drippings for a very fast, silky, smoky and spicy sauce. When shopping for this recipe, look for Spanish chorizo, a shelf-stable sausage usually found near salami and other cured meats in the grocery store. Mexican chorizo is sold fresh and is made with different chiles and spices.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt and black pepper
1 pound orecchiette or other short pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
4 ounces Spanish chorizo, casing removed (see Tip), if necessary, and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons double concentrate tomato paste (or 6 tablespoons canned tomato paste)
3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, according to package directions, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
  • Meanwhile, in a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and chorizo over medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chorizo is crisp and brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn off the heat and use a slotted spoon to transfer the chorizo to a plate.
  • Return the pot to medium heat and add the tomato paste and garlic. Cook, stirring, until the tomato paste is caramelized and a shade darker, 3 to 5 minutes, covering the pan if the splattering is wild. Add the red-pepper flakes and a few grinds of black pepper, then remove from heat.
  • Add the cooked pasta and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to the tomato mixture. Return the pot to the medium-high heat, and stir vigorously until the pasta is well coated. Add more pasta water until the sauce is glossy. Stir in the chorizo and season to taste with salt and pepper.

SPICY CHORIZO BREAKFAST BURRITOS



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Good spicy breakfast burritos that are not greasy.

Provided by erica

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Breakfast Burrito Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ pound chorizo sausage
cooking spray
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped bell pepper
¼ cup chopped jalapeno pepper
6 large eggs
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon salt
6 (7 inch) flour tortillas, warmed
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chorizo in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • While the chorizo is cooking, spray a large skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Beat eggs, milk, and salt together in a large bowl. Pour into the skillet with the vegetables and cook until eggs are set, about 5 minutes. Mix in chorizo and remove from the heat.
  • Lay warmed tortillas flat and spoon chorizo-egg mixture into the middle. Add cheese and roll into a burrito.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 232.9 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 1171 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • When choosing chorizo, look for a variety that is spicy but not too hot. You can also use mild chorizo and add a pinch of cayenne pepper to taste.
  • If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a plastic bag with a corner cut off. Simply spoon the chorizo mixture into the bag and pipe it into the wonton wrappers.
  • Be careful not to overcook the pockets. They should be cooked until golden brown and crispy, but not dry.
  • Serve the pockets with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular choices include sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Conclusion:

These spicy chorizo pockets are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover chorizo. So next time you have a party or get-together, be sure to give this recipe a try. Your guests will love them!

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