Morcilla, the renowned black sausage of Spain, takes center stage in these delectable puff pastry rolls. A creation from our dear friend Tomas Herranz, these tapas feature a flavorful filling of finely chopped morcilla, enhanced with oregano and Spanish smoked paprika, all encased in golden, flaky puff pastry.
3ouncesblack sausageskin removed and finely chopped
¼teaspoondried oregano
¼teaspoonground sweet paprikaSpanish smoked
Kosher or sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
¼poundpuff pastry doughhomemade or store-bought
Instructies
Prepare the Sausage Filling:
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and cook, stirring, until wilted and transparent (about 3 minutes).
Add the finely chopped morcilla, mash with a wooden spoon, and remove from heat.
Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Ensure the mixture is well-seasoned.
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Roll and Fill the Puff Pastry:
Roll out the puff pastry into a 9 x 3½-inch rectangle, approximately ⅛ inch thick.
Place the morcilla mixture in a narrow strip down the center of the pastry.
Brush the edge of one long side with water, bring the two sides up, and pinch to seal. (May be prepared ahead and refrigerated. )
Bake:
Place the sealed puff pastry roll seam side down on a cookie sheet dampened with water.
Bake for 7 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350°F and bake for an additional 4 minutes or until well browned.
Serve:
Allow the puff pastry to cool slightly, then cut the roll crosswise into 1-inch slices.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve the black sausage puff pastry rolls hot and enjoy!
These tapas are sure to be a hit with their rich morcilla filling wrapped in flaky, golden pastry.