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Chorizo and Bacalao Stew

A rich, deep, full-flavored stew perfect for a fast dinner on a cold night.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
soaking time: 2 days
Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Spanish
Keyword: Bacalhau, chorizo, easy recipes, salt cod, soups and stews, Spanish
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 418kcal

Ingredients

  • 250 grams bacalao (salt cod)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion peeled and chopped
  • 2 Spanish cured chorizo sausages cut into slices
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 125 ml water
  • 796 ml canned whole tomatoes
  • 540 ml canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp sherry vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Soak the Bacalao

  • Place the bacalao (salt cod) in a bowl or container and cover with cold water. Soak for 48 hours, changing the water twice a day.

Preparing the Stew

  • Heat one tablespoon of the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chorizo and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Add the remaining olive oil to the pan and the chopped onion. Cook until completely translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
    Reduce the heat to medium and add the tomato paste, minced garlic and paprika to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Return the chorizo to the pan, along with the juice from the canned tomatoes and the water.
    Gently crush the whole tomatoes, by hand, or with the back of a spoon and add to the pan.
    Cover, let come to a boil then reduce the heat and allow the stew to simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Drain the bacalao and cut into 2-3 cm size pieces.
    Add the drained chickpeas, sherry vinegar and the bacalao to the pan and let simmer for another 10 -15 minutes.
    Taste and adjust for salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 5119mg | Potassium: 1620mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 710IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 223mg | Iron: 6mg
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