Chorizo & Chickpea Summer Stew Recipe
A hearty and flavorful chorizo and chickpea summer stew featuring smoky paprika, tender chickpeas, roasted red peppers, and fresh spinach, simmered to perfection with cherry tomatoes and a splash of sherry vinegar. Perfect for a satisfying, rustic meal served with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 thyme sprigs
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 200g chorizo ring, sliced into thin coins
- 1 tbsp sherry vinegar
- 600g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 450g jar roasted red peppers, drained and cut into large strips
- 100g spinach
- 2 x 400g cans chickpeas, drained
- 100ml water
- Pinch of seasoning (salt and pepper)
To Serve
- Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
- Crusty bread
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the crushed garlic cloves, 2 thyme sprigs, and 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika. Stir constantly for a few minutes to release the flavors and infuse the oil.
- Cook the Chorizo: Add 200g of thinly sliced chorizo coins to the pan and stir for another 2 minutes until the chorizo releases its flavorful oil.
- Add Sherry Vinegar: Splash in 1 tablespoon of sherry vinegar and let it bubble for about a minute, deglazing the pan and adding a tangy depth.
- Add Vegetables and Chickpeas: Stir in 600g halved cherry tomatoes, 450g drained and sliced roasted red peppers, 100g fresh spinach, and 2 cans (2 x 400g) drained chickpeas. Pour in 100ml of water and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Simmer the Stew: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for approximately 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes soften and the sauce thickens nicely.
- Finish and Serve: Adjust seasoning to taste. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the stew and serve hot with crusty bread on the side for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh thyme with dried thyme if fresh is unavailable.
- For a spicier stew, add a pinch of chili flakes along with the smoked paprika.
- Using a good quality smoked paprika is key to achieving the authentic smoky flavor in the stew.
- Drain the chickpeas well to avoid excess liquid in the stew.
- This stew can be reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave and tastes even better the next day.
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