Chorizo and Basil Pilaf
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Chorizo and Basil Pilaf is a one-pan wonder that brings a culinary trip to your kitchen. Perfectly spiced chorizo sausage is paired with fragrant garlic, smoky paprika, and earthy cumin, creating an irresistible base for fluffy long-grain rice cooked to perfection in savory chicken stock. Juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh basil add a pop of brightness, balancing the rich, comforting textures. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired pilaf is an ideal weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing side. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh basil and a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish that will elevate every bite. Tags: chorizo pilaf recipe, basil rice dish, quick one-pan meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 200 grams Chorizo sausage, sliced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 cup Long-grain rice
- 2 cups Chicken stock
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the sliced chorizo to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it starts to release its oils and becomes lightly browned.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, and cumin, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Add the rice to the skillet and stir well to coat it with the chorizo oils and spices.
Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes on top of the rice (do not stir) and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped basil leaves. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve warm, garnished with extra basil if desired, and accompanied by lemon wedges for an optional zesty finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 108.9 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 163 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 4654 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.0 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 69.7 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1584 mg | 34% | |
*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.
