Savory Spanish Fabada Asturiana with Morcilla and Chorizo

Name: Savory Spanish Fabada Asturiana with Morcilla and Chorizo
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g dried fabada beans (or white beans); Water; 200g Spanish chorizo; 200g Spanish morcilla; 100g pancetta; 1 large onion; 2 garlic cloves; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; Salt and pepper

A Hearty Bean Stew for Cozy Dinners

This classic Asturian stew is a delightful combination of tender beans, smoked chorizo, and rich morcilla, perfect for a comforting meal.

2 h 30 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Beans

500g dried fabada beans (or white beans)

soaked overnight

Water

to cover and cook

For the Meats

200g Spanish chorizo

sliced into chunks

200g Spanish morcilla

sliced

100g pancetta

cut into thick strips

For the Flavor Base

1 large onion

finely chopped

2 garlic cloves

minced

1 bay leaf

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and pepper

to taste

Preparation

Marinating the Beans

Soak the beans

Soak the fabada beans in plenty of water overnight.

Drain the beans

Drain the beans and set them aside.

Preparing the Flavor Base

Heat the pot

Heat a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté aromatics

Add the onion, garlic, and bay leaf, sautéing until the onion is translucent.

Add spices

Add smoked paprika, stirring to bloom the spices.

Important: Do not allow the paprika to burn, as it can become bitter. Pro Tip: Add a splash of white wine for depth of flavor.

Cooking Process

Simmer the Beans

Place the beans in the pot with the flavor base. Add enough water to cover the beans and bring to a boil.

Add the Meats

Lower the heat and add the chorizo, morcilla, and pancetta.

Cook to Perfection

Simmer gently for about 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.

Plating & Serving