Pasta aux Saucisses

Pasta aux Saucisses is a hearty and flavorful Moroccan-inspired pasta dish, featuring robust sausages and aromatic spices that create a delightful fusion of textures and tastes. Perfect for a quick dinner, this high-protein dish is sure to satisfy your hunger while delivering a taste of North Africa.

Ingredients

• Pasta (penne or fusilli) - 200 grams
• Moroccan sausages (merguez) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Red bell pepper, diced - 1 medium
• Zucchini, diced - 1 medium
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Grated cheese (optional) - 30 grams

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Slice the Moroccan sausages and add them to the skillet, cooking until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the diced red bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for another 5 minutes until softened.
6. Add the canned diced tomatoes, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot, with grated cheese on top if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the sausages and pasta, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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