Spanish-Inspired Chorizo and Potato Chili
Spanish-Inspired Chorizo and Potato Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that will warm you up on a chilly day. This dish is a perfect combination of Spanish and Mexican flavors, with the smoky and spicy chorizo and the creamy potatoes. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a party, and it's easy to make.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 1 lb. ground chorizo
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- 1 tsp. of cumin
- 1 tsp. of smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Cooking tips:
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to cook the chili.
- Brown the chorizo before adding the onions and garlic.
- Add the potatoes and cook until they are tender.
- Use canned diced tomatoes and kidney beans for convenience.
- Add the chicken broth and spices and let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Cooking process:
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chorizo over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the diced potatoes and cook until they are tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Add the can of diced tomatoes, drained and rinsed kidney beans, chicken broth, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve the chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Appearance and taste:
This Spanish-Inspired Chorizo and Potato Chili is a beautiful and colorful dish, with the red of the chorizo and tomatoes, the yellow of the potatoes, and the green of the cilantro. The aroma of the spices and the smoky flavor of the chorizo will make your mouth water. The potatoes add a creamy texture to the dish, while the kidney beans provide a nice contrast in texture. The chili is spicy and flavorful, with a hint of sweetness from the tomatoes. This dish is perfect for a cold winter day, and it will warm you up from the inside out.
Type of dish: Chili recipe
3 main ingredients: Chorizo, potatoes, kidney beans.