Portuguese Chourico and Peppers

24 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 hr
Ready In: 10 hr 15 min

“Great as a sandwich like sloppy Joes or over mashed potatoes or rice.” - by MRSBONA

Ingredients

2 pounds chorizo sausage, casings removed and crumbled
2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
2 sweet onion, peeled and chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 cup red wine
1 cup water
2 tablespoons crushed garlic

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Original recipe yields 8 servings

Directions

In a slow cooker, combine the sausage, green pepper, onion, tomato paste, wine, water, and crushed garlic. Stir so that everything is evenly distributed. Cover, and set on Low. Cook for 8 hours. Uncover the pot, and cook an additional 2 hours to allow some of the liquid to evaporate. Serve over rice, or with Portuguese rolls.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (8 total)

Calories
579 cal
29%

Fat
43.6 g
67%

Carbs
11.5 g
4%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Dione in RI

Oct. 4, 2006

"As far as Chourico and Peppers recipes go this is great! Being part portuguese it's almost a staple at any family function. I gave it 4 stars only because I find green peppers to be VERY overwhelmin..." See moreg in this recipe. I made it with red peppers and it was perfect!"

JRMOYNIHAN

Dec. 20, 2003

"Chourico and peppers is one of my favorites. This is a great way to prepare it......super easy. This is a great dish to bring to a party with some rolls.Chourico comes in hot and mild. Hot is just a l..." See moreittle too spicy for me!"