Step 1

Bring a large pan of water to a boil, then salt it generously.

Step 2

Add the pasta and set a timer for 1 minutes less than the suggested cooking time. When draining the pasta reserving ½ cup (125ml) of the cooking liquid.

Step 3

Whilst the pasta is cooking, cut the chorizo into thick disks.

Step 4

Heat the oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Add the chorizo and fry for 5 minutes turning often until golden and crispy.

Step 5

Remove the chorizo from the frying pan, keeping the oil behind.

Step 6

Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minute, then add in the paprika (chili flakes if using) and crushed garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 7

Add a 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking liquid and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 8

Add the drained pasta and toss to coat the pasta well in the oily sauce.

Step 9

Add more cooking liquid if needed.

Step 10

Taste for seasoning and then serve garnished with parsley.