Rioja-Marinated Spanish Chorizo Tapas

Experience the bold flavors of Spain with these Rioja-marinated chorizo sausages, a perfect addition to your tapas spread.

Ingredients

1 ½	Spanish chorizo sausage, approximately 1 ½ lbs
8	fluid ounces rioja wine, 8 fluid ounces
5	black peppercorns, 5 in quantity
3	dried bay leaves, 3 pieces, crumbled
	flat leaf parsley, for serving
	toothpick, for skewering

Instructions

• 1. Begin by pricking the chorizo sausages all over and placing them into a dish.
  2. Pour the flavorful Rioja wine over the sausages, then add the aromatic black peppercorns and crumbled bay leaves. Cover and let the sausages steep in the marinade for a full 24 hours.
  3. Once marinated, drain the chorizo sausages and cook them on a well-oiled, medium-hot griddle pan for approximately 6 minutes on each side, or until perfectly browned and crispy.
  4. After cooking, slice the sausages into thick pieces and skewer them with a toothpick for a beautiful presentation.
  5. To serve, arrange the succulent chorizo alongside other tapas delicacies such as olives, cubes of cheese, and crusty bread.
  6. For an alternative cooking method, this dish can also be prepared on the barbecue for an added depth of flavor.

Jul 18, 2024