Basque Tapas Twist: Pintxo de Chorizo a la Sidra (Basque-style Chorizo in Cider)

Basque-style Chorizo in Cider, known as Pintxo de Chorizo a la Sidra, is a classic Basque tapas dish that combines the rich flavors of chorizo with the sweet and tangy taste of cider. This dish is perfect for entertaining and pairs well with a variety of other tapas.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Tapas Basque Basque Cuisine Chorizo Cider
Basque Tapas Twist: Pintxo de Chorizo a la Sidra (Basque-style Chorizo in Cider)

Ingredients

  • 4 links of Basque-style chorizo
  • 1 cup of Basque cider
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chorizo links to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned.
  3. Add the minced garlic and smoked paprika to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Pour the Basque cider into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the cider to reduce and the flavors to meld.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Transfer the chorizo and cider sauce to a serving dish and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Skillet Serving dish

Tools

Spatula Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Basque-style Chorizo in Cider with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cider sauce.

Cost

$15