Spicy Chorizo and Black Bean Penne

Ingredients

• 200 g penne pasta
• 120 g chorizo sausage
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup fire‑roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes(optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the penne in salted boiling water according to package directions (about 10‑11 minutes), then drain and set aside.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the crumbled chorizo to the skillet and cook 4‑5 minutes, breaking it up, until browned and its fat has rendered.

4. 4

   Stir in the fire‑roasted tomatoes, black beans, cumin, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer 3‑4 minutes to heat through and let flavors meld.

5. 5

   Add the cooked penne to the skillet, toss to combine, and drizzle with lime juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Remove from heat, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.