Save to Pinterest A rich, hearty soup featuring spicy chorizo, tender potatoes, and a velvety cream base perfect for warming up on chilly days.
This cozy, flavorful soup has become a family favorite for cold evenings.
Ingredients
- Chorizo: 200 g (7 oz) chorizo sausage, sliced
- Potatoes: 600 g (1.3 lbs), peeled and diced
- Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Carrot: 1 medium, diced
- Celery: 2 stalks, diced
- Heavy cream: 200 ml (3/4 cup + 2 tbsp)
- Chicken or vegetable broth: 1 liter (4 cups), low sodium
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Dried thyme: 1/2 tsp
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Fresh parsley: chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chorizo slices and cook for 34 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fragrant. Remove chorizo with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the oil in the pot.
- Step 2:
- Add onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 45 minutes until softened.
- Step 3:
- Stir in the garlic, smoked paprika, and thyme cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
- Step 4:
- Add diced potatoes and pour in the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1520 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Step 5:
- Return the chorizo to the pot. Using a potato masher or immersion blender, partially mash the potatoes in the soup to your desired consistency (leave some chunks for texture).
- Step 6:
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat gently for 23 minutes. Do not boil.
- Step 7:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley.
Save to Pinterest Sharing this soup with family brings warmth and comfort to our table every time.
Required Tools
Large pot, slotted spoon, potato masher or immersion blender, chefs knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream) contains pork (chorizo) Always check chorizo and broth labels for gluten or other allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 480 Total Fat 32 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 15 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This creamy chorizo potato soup is perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I substitute the chorizo for a plant-based option?
Yes, plant-based chorizo works well and can be paired with coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.
- → How do I achieve the right soup texture?
Partially mash the potatoes using a masher or immersion blender, leaving some chunks for a hearty feel.
- → What spices enhance the flavor of this dish?
Smoked paprika and dried thyme add depth to the smoky chorizo and creamy base.
- → Is this suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, but always check chorizo and broth labels to ensure they contain no gluten.
- → What garnishes pair well with this soup?
Fresh parsley provides a bright contrast to the rich and smoky flavors.