Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew
Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew brings together tender pork, smoky chorizo, and creamy black beans in a rich, aromatic broth accented with bay leaves. The flavors are hearty and well-rounded, with a silky texture from the beans and a gentle warmth from the sausage. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend gathering with rice or crusty bread.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 59 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 18
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 47
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 51
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and the garlic; cook until the onion softens and becomes translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Move the onion to a saucepan. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the skillet; set over medium-high heat. Add the cubed pork; cook until well browned.
- 2
Meanwhile, add 3/4 black beans and water to a blender; pulse until finely chopped but not completely smooth. Pour the bean purée into the saucepan; stir in the remaining whole black beans, the pork cubes, the chorizo, the chicken stock, and the bay leaves. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper before serving.
- Calories 800.85 kcal High 40%
- Protein 51.15 g Good Source 102%
- Carbohydrate 38.06 g 14%
- Total Fat 50.26 g High 64%
- Saturated Fat 18.14 g High 91%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 346.2 mg High 115%
- Sodium 2308.19 mg High 100%
- Dietary Fiber 6.82 g Good Source 24%
- Total Sugars 1.66 g --
- Added Sugars 0.61 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 135.04 mg Moderate 10%
- Iron 6.38 mg Good Source 35%
- Potassium 64.58 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 148.46 mcg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin C 2.72 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew is a Mexican dinner recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Beans, Chicken Stock, Dried Bay Leaves, and Mexican Chorizo. Each serving provides about 800.85 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew?
- It is a Mexican stew recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Beans, Chicken Stock, Dried Bay Leaves, Mexican Chorizo, Minced Garlic. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew?
- Explore these Mexican side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew?
- About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 800.85 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 10 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew healthy?
- Black Bean and Pork Chorizo Stew has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 800.85 calories and 51.15 g of protein, or 102% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2308.19 mg (100% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 18.14 g (91% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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