Chorizo Chickpea Stew (Spanish)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
224 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer, Soup
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Cuisine
Spanish
Chorizo Chickpea Stew (Spanish)
Description
This Spanish-inspired stew starts by browning sliced smoked chorizo in olive oil, which releases its smoky fat flavor. Onion, garlic, and jalapeño are sautéed alongside spices including oregano, smoked paprika, chili powder, and a bay leaf, building a fragrant aromatic foundation. Adding crushed tomatoes, chickpeas, and chicken broth simmers to meld the flavors while thickening the sauce. The resulting stew is rich and moderately spicy, with the smoky chorizo flavor balancing the earthiness of chickpeas. Salt and pepper are adjusted to taste. Removing the bay leaf before serving prevents bitterness.
This stew can be served as a warming main dish and pairs well with crusty bread for soaking up the sauce. The chickpeas add protein and fiber, making it a filling meal with a combination of textures from the tender sausage and chickpeas.
Chorizo can be substituted with fresh sausage if smoked varieties are unavailable; cook thoroughly and crumble before adding. Plant-based chorizo alternatives are suitable for vegetarian or vegan adaptations if desired.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups chorizo (2 smoked sausage, thinly sliced (see notes below))
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 large jalapeño (seeds removed)
- 1 tablespoon oregano dried
- 2 teaspoon smoked paprika (or paprika)
- 2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 bay leaf
- 14 oz crushed tomato canned
- 14 oz chickpeas drained and rinsed, canned
- 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- In a large frying pan or small pot on medium high heat, add the olive oil and sliced chorizo. Sauté the chorizo for 5-6 minutes or until nicely browned.
- Add in the onion, garlic, jalapeno, oregano, paprika, chili powder and bay leaf. Sauté for 2-3 minute or until the onion is tender.
- Add the crushed tomato, chickpeas, chicken stock, salt and pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
- Bring to a simmer then lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes uncovered, stirring often, or until the sauce has reduced and thickened.
- Remove the bay leaf.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- If smoked chorizo is unavailable, substitute fresh sausage by removing casings, crumbling, and cooking thoroughly.
- Plant-based chorizo can be used for vegetarian or vegan versions of this stew.
- Simmer uncovered to reduce and thicken the sauce for optimal consistency.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 224 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 224kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 559mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 406mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1448IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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