Posted on Monday, November 30, 2015 in Pasta Recipes

Spaghetti with Chouriço: Hearty Portuguese-Style Pasta Recipe

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A bold, savory spaghetti with chouriço and beef—rich, smoky, and perfect for busy family nights. A comforting, flavor-packed Portuguese-inspired pasta.

Preparation time 20 min
Cooking Time 20 min
Ready In 40 min
Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings6 Servings

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories654 kcal
Fat39 g g
Carbs41 g g
Protein32 g g

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
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

Preparation

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and toss with a little oil to keep it moist. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, over medium-high heat add olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the meat and chouriço, salt and pepper and sauté until browned, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add the crushed tomato, soy sauce and basil and bring to a simmer.
  5. Simmer for an hour stirring occasionally.
  6. Combine spaghetti with sauce and serve.

Recipe Credit: Kevin Cordeiro
Photo Credit: eatliverun.com

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Comments

  • Doris
    Doris
    Just taste tested the sauce - been simmering for almost an hour - it’s very good!!!!
    4 Years ago, Monday, September 13, 2021
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  • Doris
    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.
    4 Years ago, Monday, September 13, 2021
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  • Duarte
    Duarte
    Soy sauce the n Portuguese cooking??? Never.
    4 Years ago, Monday, September 6, 2021
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  • H. Teeter
    H. Teeter
    Looks easy, hope it tastes good when I make it.
    4 Years ago, Monday, September 6, 2021
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