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Butterbean and Chorizo Soup Recipe

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This hearty Butterbean and Chorizo Soup combines the rich, spicy flavors of chorizo with creamy butterbeans in a savory tomato broth. Enhanced with fresh thyme, crumbled feta, and peppery watercress, this comforting soup is perfect for a satisfying meal any day.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1 onion, peeled and finely diced
  • 85 g (3 oz) chorizo, chopped into chunks
  • 400 g (14 oz) tin of chopped tomatoes in juice
  • 300 ml (1 1/4 cups) chicken stock (water + 2 stock cubes is fine)
  • 1 tbsp tomato puree (paste for US)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • Pinch of salt and pepper

Beans and Garnish

  • 400 g (14 oz) tin of butterbeans (lima beans), drained and rinsed
  • 45 g (1.5 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
  • Handful of fresh watercress, roughly torn

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Warm 1 tsp of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat to prepare for sautéeing the aromatics and meat.
  2. Cook onions and chorizo: Add the finely diced onion and chopped chorizo to the pan. Fry gently for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onions become translucent and the chorizo releases its oils and turns a light brown.
  3. Add tomatoes and seasoning: Pour in the tinned chopped tomatoes with their juice, then add the chicken stock, tomato puree, sugar, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 7-8 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly.
  4. Add butterbeans: Stir in the drained and rinsed butterbeans. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat them through without breaking them apart.
  5. Serve and garnish: Spoon the soup into two bowls. Top each with crumbled feta cheese and a handful of roughly torn fresh watercress for added texture and a peppery contrast.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chorizo with smoked paprika and add extra vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
  • Use low-sodium chicken stock to control salt levels if desired.
  • Butterbeans should be gently stirred to avoid mashing, preserving their texture.
  • Watercress adds a fresh, peppery flavor—spinach or arugula can be used as alternatives.
  • Feta cheese adds creaminess and saltiness; omit for a dairy-free option or use vegan feta.

Keywords: butterbean soup, chorizo soup, easy soup recipe, Mediterranean soup, quick dinner, feta cheese, watercress, lima beans

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