Easy Spanish Bean Soup With Chorizo

One thing no one can deny is that Andalusians always deliver all the right notes when it comes to their Spanish soup recipes, and it is time for you to give them a try.

For a cozy and satisfying meal that captures the essence of Spanish cuisine in every spoonful, we recommend that you indulge in Spanish bean soup with chorizo.

It is super simple to make, you only need a few main ingredients, and if you continue reading this article you will learn how to make it from scratch with some expert tips that will help you out. 

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Background of the Dish

While there isn’t an exact date for its origins, the Spanish bean soup with chorizo likely developed over centuries as a result of Southern Spain’s culinary heritage, regional influences, and focus on Spanish soup recipes.

Both of its main ingredients -chorizo and beans- have been a staple food in Spanish cuisine for centuries due to their affordability, nutritional value, and versatility, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that they blend so well.

Today, Spanish bean soup with chorizo remains a popular and beloved dish, and it continues to be enjoyed in homes and restaurants, preserving its title as a timeless classic in Andalusian culinary heritage.

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Things You’ll Need for Spanish Bean Soup With Chorizo

To make this traditional Spanish soup you will need cannellini beans, chorizo, olive oil, onions, bell peppers, garlic cloves, and chicken or vegetable broth as the main ingredients.

Ingredients

• 2 cans (400gr each) of cannellini beans
• 6 cups (1.5l) chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tomatoes
• 1 onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 red bell pepper
• 3 chorizo sausages
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

How to Make Spanish Bean Soup With Chorizo – Step by Step Guide

1. For the first step in this Spanish bean soup with chorizo recipe, peel and chop the onion, bell pepper, and carrots into small squares. Dice the celery stalks and mince the garlic cloves. Chop the tomatoes into small pieces, discarding the seeds. Set them aside.

2. After that, slice the chorizo and remove any inedible parts it may have (sometimes they come with a peel on the outside), then set aside. To finish preparing the ingredients, rinse and drain the beans, also set them aside.

3. Now, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, for about 5 minutes. Also, add the garlic, tomatoes, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. To continue with this Spanish soup recipe, push the vegetables to one side of the pot and add the chorizo slices. Cook until the chorizo gets a golden color, which should take about 4 minutes.

5. Then, stir in the smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and bay leaf. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add the cannellini beans and chicken or vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the Spanish bean soup with chorizo to a simmer.

6. Now, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Season the Spanish soup with salt and pepper to taste.

7. To finish making this recipe for Spanish soup, remove the bay leaf. You can now serve the Spanish bean soup with chorizo hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley.

Substitution of Ingredients

The Spanish bean soup with chorizo only calls for basic ingredients that everyone has at home or can find at any store, yet you have some room for replacements.

You can prepare these Spanish beans with chorizo with vegetable or chicken broth, the vegetable one is more neutral and won’t clash with the flavors, meanwhile, the chicken one has a richer savory profile to it, which is translated to the finished result.

If you aren’t the biggest fan of chorizo or you can’t find it at your local store, then you can blend this recipe with the Spanish bacon bean soup, and use bacon or a different type of pork-based meat as the protein.

Do you want to include more vegetables in your diet? Then you can add some to this white bean soup with chorizo, such as potatoes, zucchini, pumpkin, etc.

Unfortunately, you can’t make this dish vegan as chorizo is one of the main ingredients, but we have some delicious vegan or vegetarian Spanish soup recipes for you to try, such as the Spanish black bean soup and the Spanish black bean and corn soup.

Tips on Serving Spanish Bean Soup With Chorizo

This Spanish bean soup with chorizo is the perfect main dish to enjoy by yourself or if you have guests over, providing a flavorful and comforting meal that is sure to impress.

You can top this dish with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, as it adds a creamy tanginess to the Spanish soup with chorizo, elevating the texture and flavor.

A traditional way to serve this soup is to do so with a slice of your favorite bread, so you get to soak in all of that creamy broth and nothing goes to waste.

For a crunchy element, crush some tortilla chips or your favorite type of snack and sprinkle them over the soup.

To stay on the healthier side, use bread croutons or toasted nuts.

Similar to other Spanish soups, such as the Caldo gallego soup or garbanzo bean soup with chorizo, the Spanish bean soup with chorizo can be served as an appetizer, as long as you pour it into smaller serving bowls.

How to Store Spanish Bean Soup With Chorizo

As soon as you finish preparing the Spanish bean soup with chorizo you can either serve it right away or store it to enjoy this mesmerizing dish later.

First, let it cool to room temperature as this prevents condensation and helps maintain the soup’s flavor and texture, then transfer it to an airtight container or individual portions in smaller containers. 

After that, you can store the Spanish bean soup with chorizo for up to 3 days in the fridge, or up to 2 months in the freezer (make sure to label the containers with the date).

Then, you will be able to reheat your delicious Andalusian soup in the microwave for a couple of minutes or at the stove over low heat before serving.

Other fantastic Spanish soup recipes that you can prepare and store for later are the Spanish bean tomato soup and the Spanish 5 bean soup recipe, so feel free to check them out.

Recipe Card: Spanish Bean Soup With Chorizo

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