Description
A hearty and flavorful Chorizo & Clam Bone Broth Stew that combines the smoky spiciness of chorizo with tender clams in a nutritious bone broth base. Enhanced with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, this stew is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 pound chorizo, diced
- 2 cups chopped clams, fresh or canned
Broth and Liquids
- 4 cups bone broth
- Clam juice (from canned clams or fresh clams as available)
Vegetables
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Herbs
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the chorizo and vegetables.
- Cook the Chorizo: Add the diced chorizo to the heated pot and cook until browned and slightly crispy, releasing its flavorful oils.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot with the chorizo. Cook while stirring occasionally until the vegetables soften and become tender.
- Add Spices: Stir in 2 teaspoons of smoked paprika and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to infuse the stew with a smoky and spicy aroma.
- Add Broth and Clam Juice: Pour in the bone broth along with the clam juice from the clams, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer with Clams: Add the chopped clams to the pot and let the stew simmer for another 10 minutes to blend the flavors and cook the clams through.
- Season: Taste the stew and adjust with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the stew before serving to add a fresh, herbal finish.
Notes
- Using fresh clams enhances the flavor, but canned clams work well for convenience.
- If you prefer a milder stew, reduce the cayenne pepper to ½ teaspoon.
- Bone broth can be homemade or store-bought; both options are suitable for this recipe.
- This stew can be served with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust thickness by simmering longer for a thicker stew or adding more broth for a soupier consistency.
