Spanish Chard Stew

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 bunch chard, stems removed and leaves chopped 1 bunch chard, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups vegetable broth 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can diced tomatoes 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf 1 bay leaf

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 4g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 32g, 6g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the cubed potatoes and chopped chard leaves to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   Sprinkle smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly.
5. 5.
   Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, then add the bay leaf.
6. 6.
   Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
7. 7.
   Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chard — Make sure to thoroughly wash the chard leaves to remove any dirt or grit. Trim off the tough stems before chopping.
• Smoked paprika — Use a good quality smoked paprika to enhance the smoky flavor of the stew.

Tips & Tricks

• For a heartier stew, you can add cooked white beans or chickpeas.
• Serve the Spanish Chard Stew with a crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
• Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.

Serving advice

Serve the Spanish Chard Stew hot in bowls, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Accompany it with a side of crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, drizzle a swirl of olive oil on top of the stew just before serving. This adds a glossy finish and a touch of richness to the dish.