About charcuterie
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Differences between Serrano ham and Iberian hams
The ham Serrano and Iberian ham are two highly appreciated products of Spanish charcuterie, each with specific characteristics that distinguish them. Here are the main differences between these two types of ham: Pig Breeds - Serrano Ham: Produced from white pigs, mainly breeds such as Landrace, Large White, or Duroc. - Iberian Ham: Produced from Iberian pigs, an indigenous breed of the Iberian Peninsula, known for its ability to infiltrate fat into the muscles. Food - Serrano Ham: Pigs are generally fed cereals and fodder. - Iberian Ham: The quality of the ham strongly depends on the diet. There are...
Food and wine pairings: which wines to buy to accompany our chorizo?
Charcuterie very popular in Europe , chorizo is ideal for aperitifs, delicious dishes with sauces and salads. This spicy red sausage with a firm texture pairs perfectly with a wide range of liqueurs and drinks. Among the different possible combinations, the combination of wine and chorizo is very popular. In summer, winter or any season, here are the possible wine pairings with our delicious chorizo. Chorizo and wine: a love story Made from pork, chorizo is a cold meat from Spain seasoned with paprika. It is more exotic than simple sausage and can therefore be enjoyed in different ways. You can...
Chorizo Mussels
Chorizo can be enjoyed in different ways during your meals with family, friends and lovers. Chorizo mussels are a dish that you can serve as a main course or as a starter. Would you like to try it ? Follow this recipe from Directos.eu. Chorizo mussels: the ingredients For this mussels recipe with chorizo, you will need the following ingredients: 2 liters of bouchot mussels, 150 grams of spicy chorizo, 1 onion, 1 shallot, 1 clove of garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 20 cl of white wine (dry), 8 sprigs of flat-leaf parsley. The preparation of this recipe takes approximately thirty minutes, including five cooking times. Preparing the...
How to cook chorizo in a pan?
The chorizo is a spicy red sausage that is is particularly appreciated for its unique flavor. It is integrated into many tasty rice, pasta or lentil recipes. It can also be cooked simply in a pan. Directos.eu presents the tip for cooking chorizo with this everyday utensil. Precautions to take when making pan-fried chorizo Chorizo is a food that has a high fat content. To avoid excess fat, significantly reduce the amount of oil you add to the pan. Use a light drizzle of olive oil or a non-stick pan ideally. To avoid burning the chorizos (if you opt for small models),...
Penne pasta with chorizo, cherry tomatoes and spinach
You know the recipe for penne pasta with chorizo, cherry tomatoes and spinach ? Simple, delicious and economical, this dish is sure to amaze the taste buds of all your guests. Discover an unmissable recipe for penne pasta with chorizo, cherry tomatoes and spinach that you can make with the chorizo that we offer at Directos.eu. Ingredients for this chorizo recipe Here are the ingredients you will need to prepare penne pasta with chorizo, cherry tomatoes and spinach: 300 g of pasta (penne type), 150 g mild or spicy chorizo, 400 g canned cherry tomatoes or 18 fresh cherry tomatoes, 2 cups of baby spinach, 200...
Creamy chorizo risotto
Would you like to cook a good creamy chorizo risotto? Here is a delicious recipe that you will like. Have the perfect chorizo delivered to you from Directos.eu to make this iconic dish a success. Ingredients for creamy chorizo risotto Thiscreamy risottochorizo recipe serves four people. For its preparation you will need the following ingredients: 1 red onion, 1 yellow pepper, 30 g of olive oil, 330 g of rice (Arborio), 200 g of chorizo cut into rounds, 40 g of thick crème fraîche, 800 grams of water, 2 cubes with Mediterranean vegetables. Depending on the recipes, you can also use filament cheese instead of crème fraîche. Steps for preparing creamy...
Chorizo and cheese: the winning combinations
The combination of chorizo and cheese is one of the best that can be found in Western cuisine. Generally easy and quick to make, it is very popular with true gourmets. Directos.eu presents some recipes in which cheese and chorizo combine wonderfully and which you can easily make at home. Chorizo melted cheese This foolproof recipe can be made in just a few minutes. You can enjoy this dish as an informal aperitif during family reunions, meetings with friends or even lovers. This is one of the simple and delicious ways to enjoy chorizo accompanied by cheese. For this recipe, you will...
The process of curing chorizo: the secret of its unique flavor
Excellent combination of meat and pork fat as well as spices, chorizo is a very popular delicious sausage. Its atypical red color comes from Pimenton, a variety of paprika. To obtain this meaty texture and exceptional taste, chorizo follows a unique traditional manufacturing and maturing process. How does the chorizo curing process take place? Chopping meat for chorizo To make chorizo, you must first select and then chop the meat as well as the bacon. The choice of meat used to make this Spanish salami is very important, as it determines the type of chorizo to have. The original chorizo like that from...
How to choose your chorizo?
Chorizo is a charcuterie widely used in spicy recipes, particularly in part of Mediterranean cuisine. This star of aperitifs captivates with its delicious flavor. It comes in many varieties to suit everyone's tastes. However, the rule is the same as for all other cold meats: to fully enjoy chorizo, you must choose a product of very good quality. Here are some elements to take into account when choosing what is sometimes called a "spicy sausage". Check the color and diameter of the chorizo Rich in flavor, chorizo is distinguished from other sausages by its bright red color. This special shade is linked...
What is the best chorizo?
A spicy and smoked sausage, chorizo is no longer a charcuterie to present. As an aperitif, as a pizza topping, in a salad or even as a sauce dish, this delicious food can be enjoyed in different ways. What is the best chorizo for successful dishes? What is the best chorizo? The quality of chorizo depends in particular on the meat used for its preparation and the way in which it was chopped. The best chorizo should be neither too fatty nor too salty. You can enjoy it as an aperitif or in your preparations. In the selection of quality cold meats from...
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