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Chickpea, Chorizo & Spinach Stew

A hearty Spanish-style stew of chickpeas, crisp chorizo, vegetables, warming spices, and wilted spinach.

  • 25 min
  • 550 kcal
  • Spanish
  • Stew

Mellowpan tip: Ready in 25 min. A good one for a busy weeknight.

Chickpea, Chorizo & Spinach Stew

Ingredients

For 4 servings

Steps

  1. Step 1:

    Heat the oil in a large pan.

  2. Step 2:

    Gently fry the onion for 3–4 minutes, until it begins to soften.

    3–4 min
  3. Step 3:

    Stir in the carrot, celery, thyme, and bay leaves. Season.

  4. Step 4:

    Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    2–3 min
  5. Step 5:

    Add the garlic, chorizo, cinnamon, and smoked paprika.

  6. Step 6:

    Gently fry until the vegetables soften and the chorizo starts to release its oils and crisp up.

  7. Step 7:

    Stir in the chickpeas, vinegar, and 150ml water, then bring to a simmer for 1–2 minutes, until the chickpeas are heated through.

    1–2 min
  8. Step 8:

    Add the spinach and stir through the chickpeas until it wilts slightly. Remove from the heat, season to taste, and serve warm with crusty bread.

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