Chorizo Chowder

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 1
Spicy and flavorful Chorizo Chowder recipe
in Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

50 g butter
1 small onion , finely chopped
4 garlic cloves , chopped
500 g floury potatoes , cubed
1 leek , thinly sliced
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 liter vegetable stock
250 g chorizo sausages , cut into 1 cm wide slices
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
567
Sugar
6g
Fat
39g
Chorizo Chowder is a soup made with spicy chorizo sausages, potatoes, and leeks in a vegetable stock base. This soup is filling and flavorful, with a warming effect due to the cayenne pepper used in the recipe. It is an excellent dinner option for colder nights or when you want something cozy to eat. The smoky and spicy flavor of this recipe is perfect for those who love bold flavors and a bit of heat in their food.

Instructions

1.In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2.Add chopped onions and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
3.Add cubed potatoes, sliced leeks, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
4.Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
5.Add the sliced chorizo sausages to the soup and cook for an additional 5 minutes until warmed through.
6.Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

PROS

This Chorizo Chowder is a perfect comforting soup for chilly days.
The combination of spicy chorizo sausages with fluffy potatoes makes it a filling and flavorful meal.

CONS

This dish is high in fat due to the use of chorizo sausages.
Those who have high blood pressure should be cautious with the amount of added salt.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the high fat content from chorizo, this Chorizo Chowder is high in protein, fiber, and vitamins due to the use of potatoes and leeks.
Cayenne pepper has been associated with weight loss, boosting metabolism, and reducing inflammation. It also contains vitamins A and C, which are essential for maintaining healthy skin and immune function.

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