Chorizo Chickpea Stew with Ciabatta Croutons
This chorizo chickpea stew seasons ground pork with a homemade chorizo spice blend of smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, then simmers it with chickpeas, spinach, and tomato sauce for a rich, boldly flavoured dinner at about $3 per serving. Serve with crusty ciabatta croutons for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Spice Blend:
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp ancho chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp coriander
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Dash of cinnamon
- Dash of ground cloves
Stew:
- 1 lb 450 to 500g ground pork
- 2 tbsp red wine (optional)
- 1 onion diced
- 2 red peppers cut into large chunks
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 carrots grated
- 1 can 680 ml or 23 oz tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp chicken better than bouillon
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cans 540 ml or 18 oz each or 3 cups boiled chickpeas *see note
- 1 cup water *see note
Croutons:
- 390 g ciabatta bread or rolls
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt for sprinkling
Instructions
To Make The Stew:
- Stir together the spice blend.
- In a large pot, add the ground pork and spice blend. Cook over medium heat, crumbling the meat as it cooks.
- Once the meat is no longer pink, stir in the red wine (if using). Add the onion and peppers. Cook until the onions are soft.
- Add the garlic. Cook for one minute.
- Add in the remaining ingredients. Cook until the spinach is completely wilted.
To Make The Croutons:
- Preheat your oven to broil at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Tear the ciabatta bread into bite-sized pieces and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt. Stir to combine.
- Bake for 5 minutes, and stir.
- Continue baking and stirring, 1-2 minutes at a time, until the croutons are lightly toasted.
Notes
If you’re using canned chickpeas, use the water in the can and skip the cup of water.
If you’re using boiled chickpeas, use the cup of water.
If you’re using boiled chickpeas, use the cup of water.
Nutrition
Calories: 483kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 1223mg | Potassium: 886mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 8367IU | Vitamin C: 66mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 3mg
Servings: 6
Calories: 483kcal
