This Chickpea, Sweet Potato and Chorizo Stew is really easy to throw together, makes a perfect mid-week dinner and I guarantee it’s yummy!
This chickpea stew recipe is adapted from Domini Kemp’s recipe. It’s become one that I make regularly for my family and they all like it. I usually make a bit extra so that I have leftovers for lunches.
Chickpea, Sweet Potato and Chorizo Stew
Serves 4
Ingredients
- Splash of olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 or 2 chorizo sausages, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato puree
- 1 x 400g tin of chopped tomatoes
- Pinch of sugar
- 2 x 400g tins of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 or 4 sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- A few handfuls of baby spinach
- Handful of coriander, chopped (optional)
- Crusty bread, to serve
Method
1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or pot and fry the onion along with the cumin and coriander seeds for a few minutes.
2. Add the chorizo and let it cook and start to brown at the edges for a good 5 minutes. (If it looks like too much oil has been released from the chorizo, strain the onions and chorizo with a slotted spoon, drain the oil, then return the onions and chorizo back to the pan.)
3. Add the tomato puree, canned tomatoes, sugar and chickpeas. Cook for another 10 minutes.
4. Add the sweet potatoes and simmer for a further 20 minutes or so, or until they’re fork tender.
5. Add in the spinach and stir until it wilts.
6. Serve in bowls with the fresh coriander sprinkled on top and crusty bread on the side.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this stew ahead of time?
Yes — it’s a great make-ahead dinner. The flavours settle nicely overnight, so it reheats well the next day and works perfectly for lunches, just as it does in our own house.
Can I leave out the chorizo for a vegetarian version?
You can simply omit the chorizo and add a touch more smoked paprika or extra cumin to keep some depth of flavour. The stew will still be hearty thanks to the chickpeas and sweet potato.
What can I serve with this stew besides crusty bread?
Rice, couscous or a simple green salad all work well alongside it if you fancy a change from bread.
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