Prawn, Chorizo and Chilli Pasta

Instructions

• Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large frying pan and cook the prawns for 1-2 minutes each side until cooked through. Remove the prawns from the pan and set aside.
• Add the remaining oil to the pan and cook the onion for 6-7 minutes. Then add Bachka chorizo and over a medium heat cook for 3-4 minutes. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to the boil and cook the pasta until only just al dente. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of the cooking water.
• While the pasta is cooking, add the garlic to the chorizo mixture and cook for 1 minute, then add the wine, paprika and chilli flakes. (Optional items can be added at this stage too). Cook for 3-4 minutes then add the tomatoes and mascarpone and return the prawns to the mixture, stirring to combine.
• Add the pasta to the prawn and chorizo mixture, toss gently and cook a further few minutes until everything is heated through. Stir through half of the parsley. If you feel like it needs any more moisture at this point, add the reserved pasta water.
• To serve: Season to taste with sea salt, and serve with the remaining parsley and a good grinding of black pepper.