Best 6 Chorizo And Lentil Stew Recipes

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Chorizo and lentil stew is a hearty, comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is made with a simple combination of ingredients that come together to create a complex and flavorful meal. The chorizo adds a smoky, spicy flavor to the stew, while the lentils provide heartiness and texture. The addition of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and potatoes, adds depth and a variety of flavors to the dish. This stew is also a great way to use up leftover chorizo, making it a budget-friendly option.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHORIZO AND LENTIL STEW



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Learn how to make a traditional Spanish Chorizo and Lentil stew with this classic recipe. The earthy flavour of slowly cooked lentils combined with some spicy chorizo sausage for the perfect winter warmer.

Provided by Javier De La Hormaza

Categories     Spanish Soups & Stews

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

500gr of dried pardina lentils
1.5ltr hot water
350g of fresh cooking chorizo sausage
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 leek (white only), washed and finely chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and finely chopped
1 green pepper, finely chopped
1 large beef tomato, peeled and finely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tsp of Spanish smoked paprika dulce
5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large pan, heat 4 tablespoons of the oil and gently fry the chopped garlic, onion, carrot, leek, pepper and bay leaf for about 5 minutes or until soft. Add the smoked paprika and chopped tomato and fry for a further 3 minutes.
  • Add the lentils and cover with the hot water. Season the lentils with salt and and simmer with the lid on for about 40 minutes, preventing the liquid from boiling as the lentils will split. Shake the pan now and again to thicken the liquid.
  • Whilst the lentils are cooking, heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan and fry the chorizo sausages for 2 minutes on each side. Drain on to some kitchen paper and add to the lentil stew for the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  • Once the lentils are tender, cover with a lid and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving in warm soup bowls with some crusty bread and a glass of red txakoli.

LENTIL AND CHORIZO STEW RECIPE - RECETA DE LENTEJAS CON CHORIZO



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Lentejas con Chorizo is a classic Spanish stew made with lentils and smoky chorizo. Its hearty warmth is perfect for a cold winter day. This delicious lentil stew is a hearty meal but not too heavy. The best lentil to use is the Spanish Pardina. You can substitute other lentils, but look for the smallest lentils you can find.

Provided by La Tienda Kitchens

Categories     Soup/Stew

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 links cooking chorizo
1 3/4 cups Pardinas lentils
4 large cloves garlic, unpeeled
2 carrots, peeled and diced
1 large potato, peeled and diced
5 1/2 cups chicken stock, vegetable stock or water
1 medium tomato, diced
1 tbsp bittersweet Spanish smoked paprika
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Olla de Hierra (Traditional Stew Pot) or 2 quart heavy bottom pot

Steps:

  • STEP 1In an olla de hierra or heavy bottom pot add the olive oil, onion and whole chorizo. Cook over medium-low heat, turning chorizo occasionally, until onions soften and chorizo starts to brown, about 10 minutes. Remove chorizo, slice and return to pot. STEP 2Rinse lentils. Add stock (or water), lentils, whole garlic cloves, paprika, tomato, carrots and potatoes to the pot with the onion and chorizo. Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer. Let cook uncovered 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper. STEP 3Remove the cloves of garlic, squeeze garlic from its skin and mash. Return garlic pulp to the pot.  Serve stew with a crisp green salad, crusty bread and a Spanish Tempranillo wine.  

SPANISH CHORIZO AND LENTIL STEW



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This traditional Spanish chorizo and lentil stew is flavorful without being spicy and is packed with fiber and protein with Spanish pardina lentils and vegetables.

Provided by Amber Hoffman

Categories     Soups And Stews

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ small yellow onion, diced
4-5 cloves of garlic, pressed or minced
2 carrots, diced small
1 red or yellow pepper, diced (green can be substituted)
3-4 bay leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Chorizo, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 ¼ cup lentils (pardina or brown)
3 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Add olive oil, onion, garlic, carrots, and pepper to a medium to large-sized dutch oven.
  • Cook over medium-high heat until the vegetables start to soften, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the bay leaves, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, and chorizo. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the lentils and coat in the mixture. Allow the lentils to cook until they start to sweat, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the chicken broth and stir well. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to simmer.
  • Cook for about 35-40 minutes or until the lentils are soft.

RED LENTIL & CHORIZO SOUP



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Sweet smoked paprika and cumin flavour this rustic blend topped with spicy Spanish sausage

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tbsp olive oil , plus extra for drizzling
200g cooking chorizo , peeled and diced
1 large onion , chopped
2 carrots , chopped
pinch of cumin seeds
3 garlic cloves , chopped
1 tsp smoked paprika , plus extra for sprinkling
pinch of golden caster sugar
small splash red wine vinegar
250g red lentil
2 x 400g cans chopped tomato
850ml chicken stock
plain yogurt , to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the chorizo and cook until crisp and it has released its oils. Remove with a slotted spoon into a bowl, leaving the fat in the pan. Fry the onion, carrots and cumin seeds for 10 mins until soft and glistening, then add the garlic and fry for 1 min more. Scatter over the paprika and sugar, cook for 1 min, then splash in the vinegar. Simmer for a moment, then stir in the lentils, and pour over the tomatoes and chicken stock.
  • Give it a good stir, then simmer for 30 mins or until the lentils are tender. Blitz with a hand blender until smooth-ish but still chunky. Can be made several days ahead or frozen for 6 months at this point. Serve in bowls, drizzled with yogurt and olive oil, scattered with the chorizo and a sprinkling of paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

LENTILS WITH CHORIZO



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This is a quick, easy Mexican dinner. Serve with warm tortillas.

Provided by Sherbear1

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ pound dry lentils
1 cube chicken bouillon
½ (1 pound) Mexican chorizo, casing removed and meat crumbled
6 slices bacon
1 Roma (plum) tomato, diced
1 tomatillo, diced
1 small white onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup water
½ bunch cilantro, chopped
⅛ teaspoon cumin
5 teaspoons crumbled cotija cheese, divided
5 teaspoons sour cream, divided

Steps:

  • Rinse lentils; place in large pot. Pour enough water into the pot to cover the lentils by 2 inches; add the chicken bouillon cube to the pot. Bring to simmer; cook until lentils are just tender, about 20 minutes.
  • While lentils are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chorizo until brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from pan. In the same pan, lightly fry bacon until cooked but still soft, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon, leaving drippings in pan. Chop bacon.
  • Cook the tomato, tomatillo, onion, and garlic in the bacon fat until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the water and cilantro; transfer mixture to a blender. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the mixture moving before leaving it on to puree until smooth.
  • Stir the pureed vegetables, cooked chorizo, cooked bacon, and cumin into the lentils and cooking water. Stir over medium heat until hot, about 5 minutes. Serve in bowls; top each bowl with a teaspoon of cotija cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 67.9 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1078.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CHORIZO AND LENTIL STEW



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I'm always looking for new ways to use lentils. When I was in the mood for something spicy, I came up with this.

Provided by Spiderwoman77

Categories     Stew

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, sliced
¾ pound bulk chorizo sausage
5 ribs celery, sliced
1 cup dried lentils
3 cups water
1 teaspoon ground dried turmeric
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic, and cook until it turns golden brown, about 45 seconds. Add the chorizo sausage; cook and stir until the sausage is crumbly and beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in celery, and cook until the celery softens, about 4 minutes more.
  • Pour off any excess grease from the sausage, then add the lentils and water. Season with turmeric, curry powder, and cumin. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 40 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 16.5 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1145.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right lentils. Brown or green lentils are best for this stew as they hold their shape well during cooking.
  • Brown the chorizo first. This will help to release its flavor and add a lovely smoky note to the stew.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give the stew more flavor and texture. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and tomatoes.
  • Add some herbs and spices. This will help to brighten up the flavor of the stew. Some good options include garlic, paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Let the stew simmer for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Serve the stew with your favorite toppings. Some good options include sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

This chorizo and lentil stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold night. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this stew a try!

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