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Spanish Potato Soup with Chorizo Recipe

A hearty Spanish-style potato soup simmered with smoky chorizo, paprika, garlic, and tender potatoes. Comforting, rustic, and packed with bold flavor perfect for chilly nights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz Spanish chorizo, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • 2. Add chorizo and cook until lightly crisp and oils release; remove and set aside.
  • 3. In the same pot, sauté onion until soft, about 4 minutes.
  • 4. Add garlic, smoked paprika, sweet paprika, and cayenne; stir until fragrant.
  • 5. Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, and bay leaf.
  • 6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 18–22 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • 7. Remove bay leaf and lightly mash some potatoes for thickness.
  • 8. Return chorizo to the pot and simmer 5 more minutes.
  • 9. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the creamiest texture.
  • For a thicker soup, blend a small portion and stir back in.
  • Serve with crusty bread or garlic toast.

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