One of my all-time favourite vegetarian stews. Smoky vegan chorizo and butter bean stew with smoked paprika and slow-roasted tomatoes for heaps of flavour. This warming, easy stew is the perfect recipe for cozy cold weather paired with plenty of crispy bread to mop up the sauce.

With a touch of white wine and aromatic spices, this stew is a true masterpiece for cozying up during cold weather. Paired with a side of crispy bread to mop up the sauce, it’s a culinary experience you won’t want to miss.

This stew is relatively similar to my butter bean stew recipe, which might be a good option if you prefer to avoid meat alternatives. I think you’ll also love my cheesy leeks and beans recipe, this dreamy French onion pasta, and this one-pot sausage and bean casserole if you’re after more winter warmers.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Rich, smoky flavors: The combination of vegan chorizo and smoked paprika adds a delightful smokiness that infuses every bite of this stew.
• Comforting and filling: Butter beans provide a creamy, satisfying texture that makes this dish incredibly comforting.
• Easy and quick: This stew comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.
• Versatile: Serve it with mashed potatoes, rice, or crunchy bread; this stew pairs beautifully with various sides.

Ingredients

Scroll all the way down to the bottom of this page for the full quantities and instructions in the recipe card. Here is everything you need:

• 1 tin butter beans, drained
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 medium white onion, finely diced
• ¼ cup (60ml) white wine
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 6-7 slow-roasted tomatoes
• 1 tin chopped tomatoes
• 1 vegan chorizo sausage (I used the Squeaky Bean one)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 handful parsley, chopped

Best of all, this is a one-pot meal, so you just need a trusty saucepan to cook your chorizo and butter bean stew in!

How to Make This Smoky Vegan Chorizo and Butter Bean Stew:

Step 1: Crisp Up The Chorizo

• Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the slices of vegan chorizo and fry for 3-4 minutes until they turn crispy. Then, set them aside.

Step 2: Saute the Aromatics

• In the same pan, sauté the finely diced onion for 6-7 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and continue to fry for another minute.

Step 3: Deglaze with Wine

• Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for a couple of minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off.

Step 4: Create the Stew

• Add the drained butter beans, smoked paprika, salt, slow-roasted tomatoes, and chopped tomatoes to the pan. Stir to fully combine all the ingredients.

Step 5: Simmer to Perfection

• Allow the stew to simmer for approximately 20 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld together.

Step 6: Chorizo Reunion

• Stir in the crispy chorizo slices, ensuring they become part of the flavorful mix.

Step 7: Season and Serve

• Finish the dish with a sprinkle of black pepper and a handful of freshly chopped parsley.
• Serve your Smoky Vegan Chorizo and Butterbean Stew alongside your choice of mashed potatoes, rice, or, my personal favorite, crunchy bread.

How To Store Your Vegan Stew

If you’re lucky enough to have any leftover, store them in an airtight container for 3 – 5 days. Reheat on the hob or in the microwave.

What To Serve With Your Vegan Chorizo and Butter Bean Stew?

I’m easily pleased, and love this hearty stew best served with heaps of crunchy bread on the side to mop up all the beans and sauce.

However, you could also serve this stew alongside mashed potatoes, roast potatoes, or even rice.

The Smoky Vegan Chorizo and Butterbean Stew is a true testament to the joys of plant-based cooking. Its rich, smoky profile, creamy butter beans, and aromatic spices make it a comforting and filling meal that’s perfect for those chilly evenings.

Quick to prepare and versatile in its serving options, I really hope this stew becomes as much of a staple in your home as it is in mine!