How to Make Chorizo Ragu with Spiralized Mexican Squash - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chorizo Ragu with Spiralized Mexican Squash is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or for entertaining guests. This recipe takes traditional Italian ragu and adds a spicy twist with the addition of chorizo, a Mexican-style sausage that adds depth and complexity to the dish. The spiralized Mexican squash adds a fun and nutritious twist, providing a lighter alternative to pasta while still satisfying that pasta craving.

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Ingredients

  • 12 ounces uncooked chorizo sausage
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Hunt's® Diced Tomatoes, drained
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 Mexican squash, spiralized
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble sausage into skillet; add the onions and cilantro. Cook and stir until evenly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Add diced tomatoes and crushed red peppers to the chorizo mixture, stirring until heated throughout.
  • Heat olive oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Add squash noodles; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook 2 to 3 more minutes.
  • Transfer squash noodles to plates and top with the chorizo mixture.
  • Nutrition

    465 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 75mg
    • Sodium: 1378mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 974mg