How long can I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, this stew tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.

Can I use canned beans?

You can, but adjust the cooking time as they require less cooking than dried beans.

Is there a vegetarian alternative to chorizo?

Use a plant-based chorizo alternative or smoked tofu to retain the smokiness.

How can I adapt this for a slow cooker?

Combine all ingredients except cabbage and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Add cabbage in the last hour.

Rustic Spanish Chorizo Fabada with Cabbage and White Beans

Name: Rustic Spanish Chorizo Fabada with Cabbage and White Beans
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Spanish chorizo; Dried white beans; Chicken broth; Onion; Garlic; Carrot; Cabbage; Smoked paprika; Bay leaves; Salt and pepper; Fresh parsley; Olive oil

A Hearty, Flavorful Spanish Stew

Dive into the warm, comforting flavors of this traditional Spanish fabada, featuring spicy chorizo, tender white beans, and crisp cabbage in a rich, earthy broth.

3 h
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Chorizo and Beans

Spanish chorizo

300g, sliced

Dried white beans

2 cups (cannellini or navy)

Chicken broth

4 cups

For the Vegetables

Onion

1 large, diced

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Carrot

1 medium, diced

Cabbage

1/2 head, chopped

For the Seasoning

Smoked paprika

2 teaspoons

Bay leaves

2 leaves

Salt and pepper

to taste

For Garnishing

Fresh parsley

chopped

Olive oil

drizzle

Preparation

Preparing the Beans

Soak the beans

Soak the white beans overnight in plenty of water.

Pre-soaking the beans helps them cook more evenly in the stew.

Drain and rinse

Drain and rinse beans before use.

Set aside beans

Set aside while you prepare the other ingredients.

Ensure that your beans are fully soft before adding salt to prevent toughness.

Preparing the Vegetables

Dice vegetables

Dice the onion and carrot, and mince the garlic.

Chop cabbage

Chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces.

Slice chorizo

Slice the chorizo into rounds.

Cooking Process

Building the Base

In a large pot, cook chorizo until it releases its oils, remove, then soften onions, garlic, and carrots in the chorizo oil.

Simmering

Add the beans, broth, bay leaves, and smoked paprika. Simmer until beans are tender—about 1.5 hours.

Final Touches

Add chorizo and cabbage, simmer for another 30 minutes to meld flavors. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Plating & Serving