
Smoky Chorizo Orzo with Burrata & Balsamic Rocket
Ingredients
- 180 g orzo
- 90 g diced chorizo
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 sachet Central American style spice mix
- 30 g tomato puree
- 75 g crème fraîche
- 20 g grated hard Italian-style cheese
- 120 g peas
- 1 sachet smoky base paste
- 20 g wild rocket
- 12 ml balsamic glaze
- 125 g burrata
- 1 tsp sugar
- 150 ml water for the sauce
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in salted boiling water for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain, return to the pan and toss with a little oil to stop it sticking.180 g orzo
- Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and fry for 3–4 minutes until it begins to brown and release its oil.90 g diced chorizo
- Peel and grate the garlic. Add it to the chorizo with the spice mix and tomato puree, then fry for 1 minute.2 garlic cloves, 1 sachet Central American style spice mix, 30 g tomato puree
- Stir in the crème fraîche, sugar and water. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.75 g crème fraîche, 1 tsp sugar, 150 ml water
- Add the cheese, peas and smoky base paste. Stir until the cheese melts, then fold through the cooked orzo.20 g grated hard Italian-style cheese, 120 g peas, 1 sachet smoky base paste
- Season to taste and loosen with water if needed. Serve topped with halved burrata, rocket and balsamic glaze.20 g wild rocket, 12 ml balsamic glaze, 125 g burrata
Drink pairing
Alcoholic
- Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
- Rioja Crianza
- Dry rosé
Non alcoholic
- Blood orange soda
- Sparkling tomato water with basil
- Alcohol-free amber ale
















