Description
A hearty and flavorful stew combining chickpeas and chorizo with aromatic spices for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 8 oz chorizo, sliced or crumbled
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3–4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add chorizo to the pot, cooking until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in bell peppers and carrots, cooking until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and add chickpeas; season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in vegetable broth until the mixture is submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Notes
For depth of flavor, refrigerate overnight and reheat before serving. Serve with crusty bread or over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Spanish stew, chickpeas, chorizo, hearty meal, comfort food, one-pot dish