Roasted Chorizo with Leek
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes like you've been cooking all day. Chorizo and leeks are a match made in heaven, especially when you roast them together with garlic and thyme until everything gets caramelized and tender. Leeks are packed with fiber and vitamins that support heart health, making this dish as nourishing as it is delicious. The best part? You just throw everything on a sheet pan, pop it in the oven, and let it do the work while you relax.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 8chorizo sausages(about 400g, cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 4leeks(white and light green parts, halved lengthwise and sliced into 2-inch pieces)
- 6garlic cloves(thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonsmoked paprika
- 2 tablespoonssherry vinegar
- 4 sprigsfresh thyme
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes(optional)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chorizo pieces dry with paper towels to help them brown evenly.
Tip: Drying the chorizo prevents steaming and helps achieve a caramelized exterior.
- 2
Spread the sliced leeks on a large baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and season with half the salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- 3
Distribute the chorizo pieces among the leeks, ensuring they're in a single layer. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika and thyme sprigs.
- 4
Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the leeks are golden and tender and the chorizo is caramelized.
Tip: Stir at the midway point to ensure even cooking and prevent the garlic from burning later.
- 5
Remove the sheet from the oven and scatter the sliced garlic over the top. Return to the oven for 3-4 minutes until the garlic is golden and fragrant.
Tip: Add garlic in the final minutes so it crisps without becoming bitter.
- 6
Drizzle the sherry vinegar over the hot roasted vegetables and chorizo, season with remaining salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Toss gently to combine.
Tip: The warm pan helps the vinegar develop into a light glaze that brings brightness to the dish.
- 7
Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy warm or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer.
Tip: This dish is delicious served with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices.
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