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Hearty Chorizo & Bean Stew with Rice

Name: Hearty Chorizo & Bean Stew with Rice
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 200g of chorizo, sliced into half-moons; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 400g can of diced tomatoes; 400g can of white beans, rinsed and drained; 500ml chicken or vegetable stock; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 300g white rice

A smoky and earthy chorizo & bean stew served on a bed of fluffy rice, perfect for a comforting meal.

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

60 min

Total Time

80 min

Servings

Imagine a brisk evening, the kind that begs for the comforts of home-cooked warmth. That's where this hearty Chorizo & Bean Stew steps in to wrap you up in its savory embrace. Loaded with the smoky kiss of chorizo, this stew intertwines the flavors of earthy beans and aromatic veggies to create a tapestry of taste. Perfectly paired with a bed of fluffy rice, it's like a little fiesta in a bowl—a humble celebration of simple ingredients coming together in a perfect symphony.

As the stew bubbles away, the paprika-laced chorizo infuses the entire pot with its rich color and vibrant flavor, while the simplicity of the rice offers a soft cushion for the bold notes of the stew. It's an embrace of rustic charm and homestyle cooking, a dish that requires no fancy footwork, just the wholehearted stir of a wooden spoon and the joyful anticipation of a hearty meal.

Ingredients

200g of chorizo, sliced into half-moons
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
400g can of diced tomatoes
400g can of white beans, rinsed and drained
500ml chicken or vegetable stock
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
300g white rice

Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chorizo slices and cook until they are slightly browned and release their oils.
2
Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
3
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and add the smoked paprika. Stir to combine.
4
Stir in the white beans and pour in the stock. Season the stew with salt and black pepper to your preferred taste.
5
Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6
While the stew simmers, cook the rice according to package instructions. Typically, this involves bringing a pot of salted water to boil, adding the rice, and letting it cook for about 18 minutes until tender.
7
Serve the chorizo and bean stew hot over a bed of fluffy rice and enjoy.

Chef's Tip

For an extra touch of freshness, garnish with chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Fun Fact

Chorizo is believed to have originated in the Iberian Peninsula and has become a staple ingredient in many Spanish and Portuguese dishes.

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