Camarón Catalán Recipe
Chorizo bolognese with saffron cream, roasted poblano peppers + marinated shrimp tossed in rigatoni pasta, topped with parmesan + fried basil.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Chorizo Bolognese
Saffron Cream
Shrimp and Peppers
Fried Basil
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Chorizo Bolognese
- 2
Make the Chorizo Bolognese
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
- 3
Add Meats
Add the chorizo and ground beef to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the meats are browned.
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in crushed tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 15 minutes.
Saffron Cream
- 5
Prepare the Saffron Cream
In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream over low heat. Add saffron threads and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
Shrimp and Peppers
- 6
- 7
- 8
Combine with Peppers
Add roasted and diced poblano peppers to the skillet with shrimp and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
Fried Basil
- 9
Fry the Basil
In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add basil leaves and fry until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Combine and Serve
- 10
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rigatoni, chorizo bolognese, saffron cream, and the shrimp with poblanos. Toss to combine.
- 11
Serve
Plate the pasta mixture, sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese, and top with fried basil leaves. Enjoy your Camarón Catalán!