Delightful Spanish Lentil Soup with Chorizo

Colder months give you the perfect excuse to delve into the wonderful world of Spanish soup recipes: there is always a new one to be discovered and there is something for everyone here.

The Spanish lentil soup with chorizo manages to stand out among these Spanish recipes because it is super easy to make, it is hearty, and filling, and it has all the flavors of Andalusia.

To learn more about how to prepare this recipe, with some expert tips on storing and serving, keep reading this article.

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Background of the Dish

The Spanish lentil soup in general was created in Southern Spain once the trade with the Near East became more common and regular in the region.

As time went by people began to mix the classic recipe with more Andalusian ingredients, such as chorizo, tomatoes, onion, olive oil, and garlic cloves.

With that wonderful blend the Spanish lentil soup with chorizo was born, becoming one of the most complete and fantastic Spanish soup recipes that you can find.

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Things You’ll Need for Spanish Lentil Soup with Chorizo

To make this Spanish lentil soup with chorizo you need lentils, chorizo, onion, garlic cloves, carrots, potatoes, and bell peppers as the main ingredients.

As well as most of the easy Spanish soup recipes, you don’t need any fancy equipment, just a large pot to cook your soup on.

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400gr) dried green or brown lentils
• 6 cups (1.4l) vegetable broth
• 2 Spanish chorizos (about 400gr)
• 3 tomatoes
• 1 onion
• 2 carrots
• 2 potatoes
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and black pepper to taste

How to Make Spanish Lentil Soup with Chorizo – Step by Step Guide

1. For the first step in this Spanish soup recipe, soak the lentils for about 60 to 90 minutes or until they get a more tender texture. Rinse lentils under cold water and set aside. You can skip the soaking step by using canned and cooked lentils.

2. Then, peel and chop the onion, potatoes, and carrots into small pieces, and also mince the garlic cloves. Wash and chop the red bell pepper and tomatoes into small squares.

3. After that, grab a large pot and heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent.

4. To continue with this lentil and chorizo soup recipe, cut the chorizo into slices, or chop it into small squares.

5. Now add diced carrots, potatoes, red bell pepper, and sliced chorizo to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Then, stir in smoked paprika, ground cumin, and bay leaf. Cook the lentil soup with chorizo for 2 more minutes.

7. After that, add the diced tomatoes (with their juice) to the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the chorizo lentil soup to a boil.

8. Now add the rinsed lentils to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.

9. For the next step in this Spanish chorizo soup recipe, season the soup with salt and black pepper. Check the taste, and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

10. To finish this Spanish lentils with chorizo recipe just pour the soup into bowls and serve warm.

Substitution of Ingredients

Spanish soups recipes are fantastic because they can be customized to your preferences or what you have on hand without affecting the finished product negatively.

For example, if you follow a vegan or vegetarian diet then you can skip the chorizo and you would have something more similar to the classic Spanish lentil soup with potatoes.

To turn it into a Spanish lentil stew recipe, reduce the amount of broth that you use (4 cups instead of 6), you could add one tablespoon of starch or flour to thicken it (if necessary).

Besides that, you can prepare this Spanish soup with chorizo using beans instead of lentils, such as white beans, kidney beans, black beans, or your favorite type.

Tips on Serving Spanish Lentil Soup with Chorizo

For an authentic touch, serve your Spanish Lentil Soup with Chorizo in traditional ceramic bowls to enhance the rustic charm of this hearty dish.

Garnish each serving with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley to add a burst of flavor and visual appeal.

As long as you serve it warm, you can enjoy this Spanish lentil soup with chorizo at any time of the day, as a main dish or an appetizer.

In case you want to use this lentil chorizo soup as an appetizer we recommend serving a smaller portion, because it is a pretty filling soup.

To elevate this recipe for Spanish soup, serve it with your favorite toasted bread with olive oil, shredded parmesan cheese on top, or a drizzle of heavy cream on top.

The white fish soup is a great fish soup that has heavy cream and it’s super easy to make as well, next to the fish noodle soup.

Do not miss out on other soups from Spain like Spanish chicken soup recipe, Spanish oxtail soup, or the Spanish bacon bean soup.

How to Store Spanish Lentil Soup with Chorizo

If you are planning on storing the Spanish lentil soup with chorizo you have to let it cool to room temperature before doing so.

Then, place it in a container or bowl and cover it with plastic wrap on contact with the top of the soup (so that it doesn’t form a crust), then take it to the fridge for up to 2 days or the freezer for 45 days.

To thaw, place the Spanish lentil soup with chorizo on the fridge overnight or for 12 hours and then reheat it on the stove or microwave.

Other Spanish soups that you can make and store in the fridge or freezer are the Spanish Chicken Noodle Soup and the Spanish fish soup.

Recipe Card: Spanish Lentil Soup with Chorizo

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