Spanish Lentil Stew with Chorizo

Spanish Lentil Stew with Chorizo

4 servings

Ingredients

  • extra virgin olive oil

    30 ml

    2 tbsp
  • links firm spanish chorizo
    2
  • onion
    1
  • garlic
    4 cloves
  • red bell pepper
    1
  • green bell pepper
    1
  • carrot
    1
  • potato
    1 large
  • sweet smoked spanish paprika

    2.30 grams

    1 tsp
  • tomatoes
    2
  • dried brown lentils

    210 grams

    1 c
  • vegetable broth or water

    1200 ml

    5 c
  • bay leaf
    1
  • sea salt
  • black pepper
  • handful fresh parsley

Directions

  1. 1

    Finely chop the onion, roughly chop the garlic, finely chop the bell peppers, thinly slice the carrot (peeled), cut the potato (peeled) into small bite-sized pieces, finely grate the tomatoes and cut the links of chorizo into 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thick rounds

  2. 2

    Heat a stock pot with a medium heat and add in the olive oil

  3. 3

    After a couple minutes add in the sliced chorizo, mix with the olive oil, after 3 minutes and the chorizo is lightly sauteed, add in all the cut vegetables, except for the potato, continue to mix with the olive oil, after 4 minutes and the vegetables are lightly sauteed, add in the paprika and quickly mix together, then add in the grated tomato, mix together and simmer without mixing

  4. 4

    Once the grated tomato has slightly thickened, about 3 minutes, add in 1 cup dried brown lentils (rinsed beforehand), the chopped potatoes, vegetable broth or water and bay leaf, raise to a high heat and mix together, once it comes to a boil, place a lid on the stock pot and lower to a LOW heat

  5. 5

    After simmering for 25 to 30 minutes and the lentils are cooked through (check the package instructions on the lentils you´re using), season the stew with sea salt & black pepper, mix together, then remove from the heat

  6. 6

    Transfer into shallow bowls and sprinkle with finely chopped parsley, enjoy!

Spanish Lentil Stew with Chorizo

Spanish Lentil Stew with Chorizo

60 min4 servings652 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a deeply satisfying and flavorful meal that truly warms the soul? This Spanish Lentil Stew with Chorizo is a hearty main course that brings comforting, robust flavors to your table.

What makes this stew so special is its beautiful balance of textures and tastes. Hearty brown lentils simmered with savory, firm Spanish chorizo create a rich base. The vibrant combination of bell peppers, aromatic onion, and garlic, along with the distinct warmth of sweet smoked Spanish paprika, ensures every spoonful is packed with a delightful depth of flavor.

Expect a wonderfully comforting and substantial stew, perfect for a cozy evening in. The rich, earthy notes from the lentils are beautifully complemented by the smoky, slightly spicy kick of the chorizo, while the mixed bell peppers and potato add sweetness and body. This is a dish designed to nourish and satisfy, delivering a taste experience that feels both rustic and refined.

This recipe is incredibly versatile for home cooks. You can easily adjust the bell peppers to your preference, using all red or all green if that’s what you have on hand. For a vegetarian take, simply omit the chorizo and consider adding extra vegetables like diced zucchini or even a pinch of liquid smoke to mimic some of that smoky depth. Don't have brown lentils? Green lentils can be a good substitute, though they may hold their shape a bit more.

Serve this Spanish Lentil Stew with Chorizo hot, perhaps alongside a crusty loaf of bread to soak up every last drop of the flavorful broth. It's a comforting dish perfect for family dinners or a casual gathering with friends.

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