How to cook chorizo ​​in a pan?

The chorizo is a spicy red sausage that is is particularly appreciated for its unique flavor. It is integrated into many tasty rice, pasta or lentil recipes. It can also be cooked simply in a pan. Directos.eu presents the tip for cooking chorizo ​​with this everyday utensil.

Precautions to take when making pan-fried chorizo

Chorizo ​​is a food that has a high fat content. To avoid excess fat, significantly reduce the amount of oil you add to the pan. Use a light drizzle of olive oil or a non-stick pan ideally.

To avoid burning the chorizos (if you opt for small models), opt for a medium heat. Avoid heating the pan for too long before adding the chorizo. Monitoring is the key to successfully cooking this spicy cold meats that you will find on the Directos.eu website. Monitor your preparation and turn the chorizo ​​regularly to prevent it from burning. When removing the pan from the heat, you can also add a little water and cover it to simmer for a few minutes. Using a probe or food thermometer, check the chorizo ​​for doneness. The ideal central temperature is around 70°.

Easy pan chorizo ​​recipe

For this recipe you will need chorizo, flat-leaf parsley and olive oil. Here are the steps to make your pan-fried chorizo ​​a success:

• remove the casing (skin) of the chorizo,
• cut the spicy sausage into fairly thick slices,
• pour a very small amount of olive oil into the pan,
• add sliced ​​chorizo and brown for three minutes.

Once they are ready, place the chorizo ​​slices on absorbent paper to eliminate excess fat. Sprinkle the chorizos with washed and stripped parsley. Serve with picks and enjoy!