Sautéed Chorizo and Potato Tapas

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A flavorful Spanish tapa featuring spicy chorizo sausage and tender potatoes sautéed with garlic and smoked paprika. This spanish ready in about 30 minutes pairs olive oil, minced garlic cloves, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 2 diced medium potatoes and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden and tender.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 oz sliced chorizo sausage and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes more, stirring frequently, until the chorizo is browned and the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper over the mixture, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are aromatic.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chorizo and Potato Tapas take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Chorizo and Potato Tapas?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chorizo and Potato Tapas?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Chorizo and Potato Tapas for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sautéed Chorizo and Potato Tapas?

Spanish spanish like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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