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Spanish Potato Soup with Chorizo

Savor the Comfort of Spanish Potato Soup with Chorizo

This Spanish Potato Soup with Chorizo is a comforting dish that combines smoky chorizo and tender potatoes for a warm friendly meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin for richer flavor
  • 8 ounces Spanish Chorizo Substitute with smoked bacon or ground chorizo
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper Red bell pepper can be used
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion White onion can be used
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Carrot Chopped, zucchini can be an alternative
  • 2 cups Waxy Potatoes Avoid starchy varieties like russets
For Seasoning and Thickening
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for deeper flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Replace with cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons Double Concentrated Tomato Paste Can be excluded
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Omit for a lighter soup
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut into bite-sized pieces. Dice the green bell pepper, onion, and carrot while mincing the garlic. Slice the chorizo into rounds.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chorizo and cook for about 3 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for 2 minutes. Add onion and garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Add carrot along with spices. Sprinkle in flour and cook for about 2 minutes to thicken.
  5. Add potatoes and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and fresh parsley, heating through for an additional 3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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