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Clam, Chorizo & White Bean Stew

Name: Clam, Chorizo & White Bean Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 50g Chorizo; 1 chopped Onion; 1 Garlic Clove; Bunch Parsley; 200ml Vegetable Stock; 400g Tinned Tomatos; 400g Butter Beans; 1 teaspoon Sherry vinegar; 600g Clams; To serve Crusty Bread

Clam, Chorizo & White Bean Stew is a classic Spanish dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Chorizo, Onion, Garlic Clove, Parsley, Vegetable Stock, Tinned Tomatos, Butter Beans, Sherry vinegar, Clams and Crusty Bread, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. True to traditional Spanish cooking, the dish focuses on steeped in smoky pimentón, delicate saffron, and extra-virgin olive oil.

In authentic Spanish tradition, Clam, Chorizo & White Bean Stew is best presented served family-style with crusty bread and lemon halves.

If you enjoy authentic Spanish cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Arroz Con Gambas Y Calamar.

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Ingredients

Chorizo50g
Onion1 chopped
Garlic Clove1
ParsleyBunch
Vegetable Stock200ml
Tinned Tomatos400g
Butter Beans400g
Sherry vinegar1 teaspoon
Clams600g
Crusty BreadTo serve

Step-by-Step Instructions

10 steps

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Step 1🍳 Fry

Fry the chorizo in a large frying pan with a lid, over a medium heat until it is starting to crisp up and release its oil.

Step 2⏱️ 5 mins

Add the onion and cook for 5 mins until starting to soften.

Step 3🍳 Fry⏱️ 1 min

Then add the garlic and finely chopped parsley, and fry for 1 min more.

Step 4

Pour on the stock and tomatoes.

Step 5♨️ Boil

Bring to the boil, reduce the heat, then add the beans and sherry vinegar.

Step 6🍲 Simmer⏱️ 10 mins

Simmer for 10 mins until the liquid is slightly reduced.

Step 7⏱️ 2-4 mins

Scatter over the clams, cover with the lid and steam for 2-4 mins, shaking the pan occasionally until the clams are open.

Step 8

Have a little taste before seasoning, as the clams can be quite salty.

Step 9

Then scatter over the chopped parsley.

Step 10

Eat with lots of crusty bread.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Clam, Chorizo & White Bean Stew reflects the timeless heritage of traditional Spanish home cooking, steeped in smoky pimentón, delicate saffron, and extra-virgin olive oil. Prepared for generations for family gatherings and celebrations, it represents the heart of regional culinary identity.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown chorizo in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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