Quick Madrid Pasta

Experience the vibrant flavors of Spain with this Quick Madrid Pasta, a weeknight-friendly meal that delivers bold taste in just 30 minutes. Featuring tender penne or fusilli coated in a smoky, spicy tomato sauce, this dish is elevated by slices of savory Spanish chorizo and the distinctive depth of smoked paprika. A touch of red chili flakes adds gentle heat, while grated Manchego cheese provides a creamy, salty finish. With fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra virgin olive oil to bring it all together, this recipe is both effortless and packed with Mediterranean flair. Perfect for busy nights, Quick Madrid Pasta brings the soul of Spanish cuisine straight to your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams pasta (penne or fusilli)
• 150 grams Spanish chorizo, sliced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 400 grams crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 50 grams Manchego cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chorizo and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly crisp. Remove the chorizo from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

Add the smoked paprika and red chili flakes to the pan, stirring to coat the onions and garlic.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and season with salt and black pepper. Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer gently for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Return the cooked chorizo to the skillet and stir to combine. Add the drained pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.

Step 7

If the sauce is too thick, gradually add small amounts of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Serve the pasta hot, garnished with grated Manchego cheese and chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1068.6 grams (1068.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1657

Total Fat 96.60g	124%
Saturated Fat 30.50g	153%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 154mg	51%
Sodium 5181mg	225%
Total Carbohydrate 133.70g	49%
Dietary Fiber 14.80g	53%
Total Sugars 20.10g
Protein 68.50g	137%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 647mg	50%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1900mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 31.9%