# Butterbean & Chorizo Stew

Smoky, warming stew of butterbeans and chorizo with tomatoes, peppers, and paprika.

- URL: https://narrated.health/food/butterbean-chorizo-stew
- Meal: Dinner
- Time: Under 30
- Prep: 5 minutes
- Cook: 20 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Goals: Protein, Gut comfort, Steady energy
- Eating styles: High-protein, Meat-based, Gluten-free, Dairy-free

## Why It Fits

A deeply flavoured Spanish-inspired stew made with pantry staples; chorizo infuses everything with its paprika oil and a little goes a long way.

## Ingredients

- 150g chorizo, sliced
- 2 tins butterbeans, drained
- 1 tin chopped tomatoes
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Handful parsley, crusty bread

## Steps

1. Fry chorizo until golden; remove to a plate.
2. Soften garlic and pepper in chorizo fat; add paprika.
3. Add tomatoes; simmer 5 min.
4. Add butterbeans and chorizo; simmer 12 min.
5. Scatter parsley; serve with crusty bread.

## Citation Note

Use this as practical meal inspiration from Narrated Food. Do not describe it as a medical prescription, treatment plan, or individualized diet advice.