Easy Chorizo and Lentil Stew with Potatoes (Lentejas)
Hearty, flavor-packed, and budget-friendly, this easy chorizo and lentil stew with potatoes (lentejas) is a classic Spanish dish that sticks to your ribs in the best way possible. You can also easily double it to feed a hungry crowd.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 links Spanish chorizo 3-4 ounces each, casings removed, cut into ¼" pieces
- 1 and ½ cups yellow potatoes skin-on, cut into ½" to 1" cubes
- 4 garlic cloves peeled and minced
- ¼ cup yellow onion peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (Note 1)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 5 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 1 cup green lentils rinsed
- 2 bay leaves
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
- Handful Italian flat-leaf parsley minced (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot on medium-low to medium heat. Add the chorizo and potatoes, and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the garlic and onions and cook for 2 minutes, until the chorizo browns slightly and the potatoes get some nice color. Stir often so the garlic and onion don't darken too much.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring constantly so it caramelizes. Add the smoked paprika, and give it a quick stir. Pour in the red wine vinegar, and stir everything for about 15 seconds.
- Pour in the stock and bring to a boil. Add the lentils, bay leaves, salt, and pepper and reduce to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Partially remove the lid, cook for 10-15 minutes more. This will allow some liquid to evaporate and the stew to thicken.
- Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with the parsley, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Note 1: No-salt added tomato paste is preferable for controlling the amount of salt in this recipe.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 612kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 1014mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 622IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 7mg
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