Best 7 Basque Chorizo And Lentil Soup Recipes

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In the heart of Basque Country, a region renowned for its vibrant culinary traditions, lies a comforting and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Basque cuisine: Basque chorizo and lentil soup. This hearty soup showcases the region's love for bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. It combines tender lentils, smoky Basque chorizo, aromatic vegetables, and a rich broth infused with pimentón, a paprika-based spice that adds a vibrant color and a touch of heat. Served piping hot, this Basque chorizo and lentil soup promises a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will warm your soul and leave you craving for more. Alongside this classic recipe, we also present a vegetarian lentil soup variation that offers a delicious and hearty alternative for those who prefer a meatless option. For those who enjoy a spicy kick, we have included a spicy Basque chorizo and lentil soup recipe that adds an extra layer of heat to this already flavorful dish. Additionally, we provide a slow-cooker Basque chorizo and lentil soup recipe for those who want to enjoy this comforting soup with minimal effort.

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LENTIL SOUP WITH CHORIZO



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This recipe is a rich combination of pork meat, chorizo, and sausages with carrots and potatoes. See, even though all of us are Mexicans, everyone has its very own particular way of cooking a lentil soup. So, next time you see a recipe for a Mexican Lentil soup think twice.

Provided by Mely Martínez

Categories     Soups

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 oz. Mexican Chorizo (You can use bacon cut in small pieces)
2 cups of brown lentils (rinsed)
3 to 4 plump tomatoes chopped
1 large onion (chopped)
3 medium carrots (peeled and cut in small pieces)
3 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
5 1/2 cups of chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leave
Salt and pepper to taste
About 1 1/2 cups of water

Steps:

  • Place the tomatoes and garlic in a blender with a cup of the broth. Mix until smooth and set aside.
  • In a large pot, cook the chorizo over medium heat until well browned. (It will release some fat) About 8 minutes. Remove some of the excess fat from the pot leaving just one tablespoon.
  • Add the carrots and onion; cook for about 5 minutes until soft.
  • Stir in the tomato-garlic sauce and cook for about 8 more minutes.
  • Now, is time to add the lentils, broth and water. Bring to a boil for a couple of minutes and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Add the thyme and bay leave. Simmer for about 40 minutes or until lentils are tender.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 294 kcal, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1108 mg, Fiber 23 g, Sugar 8 g

LENTIL AND CHORIZO SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 to 4 dried ancho chiles, wiped clean, stemmed and seeded
1 cup water
4 thick slices bacon, cut into strips 1-inch long x 1/8-inch wide
9 ounces chorizo sausage, removed from casings and crumbled
2 medium onions, diced
10 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups brown lentils, washed and picked over
3 quarts chicken stock, vegetable stock, or water
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery ribs, washed and diced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 bunch parsley, leaves only, chopped
1 bunch cilantro, leaves only, chopped
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Toast the chiles in a dry, cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until brown all over; they will soften, bubble and release their aroma .Place the chiles in a saucepan with the water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook 5 minutes, or until soft. Transfer the chiles with their water to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Reserve.
  • Fry the bacon in large heavy stockpot over medium-high heat, about 4 minutes. Stir in the chorizo and saute 3 minutes longer, or until browned. Spoon out excess fat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden. Then stir in the garlic and cook for a few minutes to release its aroma. Add the lentils and reserved chile puree and saute an additional minute.
  • Pour in the stock or water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook 10 minutes, occasionally skimming and removing the fat from the top. Stir in the carrots, celery, salt and pepper. Cook over medium-low heat, covered, for about 40 minutes, skimming and discarding the fat from the top. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley and cilantro and serve hot, with the lime wedges if desired.

BASQUE LENTIL POTATO SOUP



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I made homemade lentil soup for the first time, and this recipe is a keeper. The potato and sausage add a lot of texture and flavor to this dish. The recipe says it's best when it's made 24 hours in advance. All I can say is if it's this good today, I can't wait for tomorrow. If you don't have chorizo use any other spicy sausage like linguica. Recipe courtesy of Beyond Burlap--Idaho's Famous Potato Recipes, Junior League of Boise. This recipe says it serves 4 to 6 people, but in my opinion it serves 8 to 10. However, if you find yourself going back for additional servings like I did, I suppose it would serve 4 to 6.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb dried lentils
6 cups water
1/2 cup potato, cubed
1/2 cup carrot, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup onion, diced
15 ounces tomatoes, diced
9 ounces chorizo sausages, diced (3 3 oz sausages)
2 beef bouillon cubes
2 tablespoons catsup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
salt

Steps:

  • Sort and rinse the lentils.
  • Combine the lentils, water, potato, carrot, celery, onion, undrained tomatoes, and chorizo in a large heavy saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce the heat.
  • Simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add the beef bouillon, catsup, and worcestershire sauce.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes or longer.
  • Season with salt to taste.
  • Serve in a bread bowl for a special treat.

LENTILS WITH CHORIZO



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This is a quick, easy Mexican dinner. Serve with warm tortillas.

Provided by Sherbear1

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ pound dry lentils
1 cube chicken bouillon
½ (1 pound) Mexican chorizo, casing removed and meat crumbled
6 slices bacon
1 Roma (plum) tomato, diced
1 tomatillo, diced
1 small white onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup water
½ bunch cilantro, chopped
⅛ teaspoon cumin
5 teaspoons crumbled cotija cheese, divided
5 teaspoons sour cream, divided

Steps:

  • Rinse lentils; place in large pot. Pour enough water into the pot to cover the lentils by 2 inches; add the chicken bouillon cube to the pot. Bring to simmer; cook until lentils are just tender, about 20 minutes.
  • While lentils are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chorizo until brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from pan. In the same pan, lightly fry bacon until cooked but still soft, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon, leaving drippings in pan. Chop bacon.
  • Cook the tomato, tomatillo, onion, and garlic in the bacon fat until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the water and cilantro; transfer mixture to a blender. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the mixture moving before leaving it on to puree until smooth.
  • Stir the pureed vegetables, cooked chorizo, cooked bacon, and cumin into the lentils and cooking water. Stir over medium heat until hot, about 5 minutes. Serve in bowls; top each bowl with a teaspoon of cotija cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 67.9 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1078.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

RED LENTIL & CHORIZO SOUP



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Sweet smoked paprika and cumin flavour this rustic blend topped with spicy Spanish sausage

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tbsp olive oil , plus extra for drizzling
200g cooking chorizo , peeled and diced
1 large onion , chopped
2 carrots , chopped
pinch of cumin seeds
3 garlic cloves , chopped
1 tsp smoked paprika , plus extra for sprinkling
pinch of golden caster sugar
small splash red wine vinegar
250g red lentil
2 x 400g cans chopped tomato
850ml chicken stock
plain yogurt , to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the chorizo and cook until crisp and it has released its oils. Remove with a slotted spoon into a bowl, leaving the fat in the pan. Fry the onion, carrots and cumin seeds for 10 mins until soft and glistening, then add the garlic and fry for 1 min more. Scatter over the paprika and sugar, cook for 1 min, then splash in the vinegar. Simmer for a moment, then stir in the lentils, and pour over the tomatoes and chicken stock.
  • Give it a good stir, then simmer for 30 mins or until the lentils are tender. Blitz with a hand blender until smooth-ish but still chunky. Can be made several days ahead or frozen for 6 months at this point. Serve in bowls, drizzled with yogurt and olive oil, scattered with the chorizo and a sprinkling of paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

SPICY CHORIZO AND RED LENTIL SOUP WITH KALE



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This recipe, adapted from "The Alaska from Scratch" Cookbook," by Maya Wilson, transforms a brothy lentil soup into a spicy, warming main dish with the addition of fresh Mexican-style chorizo and chopped kale. This simple winter dinner also features carrots, which grow unusually sweet in Alaska's summer light and temperatures, and are a root-cellar staple. Sweet or spicy Italian sausage works well as a substitute for the chorizo.

Provided by Julia O'Malley

Categories     easy, soups and stews, main course

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 links fresh (uncured) Mexican-style chorizo, casings removed (1 pound)
2 tightly packed cups chopped kale
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
2 stalks celery, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 quarts low-sodium chicken broth
1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 cup red lentils
Crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Set a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook, breaking the sausage into small pieces and stirring occasionally, until the chorizo is browned, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the kale, onion, carrots, celery and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just starting to become tender, about 5 minutes. You should hear a steady sizzle from the pot; adjust the heat as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the chicken broth, tomatoes and lentils, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes, or until the lentils are soft.
  • When ready to serve, taste and adjust the seasonings. Serve hot with crusty bread. Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 7 days.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 406, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 917 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

BASQUE VEGETABLE SOUP



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This is a hearty soup widely served here, especially at the many restaurants specializing in Basque cuisine. It's a nice way to use the abundant vegetables that are available this time of year. Give it a try this harvest season.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h40m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 broiler/fryer chicken (2 to 3 pounds)
8 cups water
2 medium leeks, sliced
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 large turnip, peeled and cubed
1 large onion, chopped
1 large potato, peeled and cubed
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon snipped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
12 ounces smoked Polish sausage, sliced
2 cups navy beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven, slowly bring chicken and water to a boil; skim foam. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until tender. Remove chicken; set aside until cool enough to handle., Strain broth and skim fat. Return broth to Dutch oven. Add the leeks, carrots, turnip, onion, potato, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, remove chicken from bones; discard bones and skin. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces; add to the Dutch oven. Add the sausage, beans and cabbage. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in tomato sauce; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 914mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the soup will be. Look for fresh, flavorful chorizo, lentils, and vegetables.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you add too many ingredients to the pot, the soup will be too thick and the flavors won't be able to develop properly.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and the lentils to soften.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include crusty bread, grated cheese, and chopped fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Basque chorizo and lentil soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying soup, give this recipe a try.

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