Description
Warm up with this comforting Spanish Potato and Chorizo Soup, a delightful blend of smoky chorizo, tender potatoes, and aromatic spices. This hearty dish is perfect for chilly evenings, bringing family and friends together over a bowl of rich flavors that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh chorizo sausage, diced
- 2 medium peeled potatoes (about 1 pound), cut into cubes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add the diced potatoes and smoked paprika, mixing well to coat.
- Pour in enough chicken broth to cover all ingredients by about an inch. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low, partially cover the pot, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed, then serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, try adding a splash of vinegar before serving. If you prefer a vegetarian version, replace chorizo with plant-based sausage or mushrooms. To thicken your soup, mash some of the cooked potatoes directly in the pot.