Spanish-Inspired Ragout With Butternut Squash, Chor

Name: Spanish-Inspired Ragout With Butternut Squash, Chorizo, And Chickpeas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For romesco:; 1/4 cup almonds or hazelnuts; `1 14.5-ounce can diced or whole tomatoes (including juice); 2 roasted piquillo or red bell peppers, jarred or freshly roasted; 2 large garlic cloves, peeled; 1/4 teaspoon teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste (if your chorizo is spicy, you may want to omit); 1 1/2 teaspoons Spanish smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar, plus more to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; kosher salt, to taste; pinch of sugar (optional); For rest of dish:; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped (yielding about 2 cups); kosher salt, to taste; 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 1/4 pounds), cut into 3/4-inch cubes (yielding about 5 cups); 1 15-ounce can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed); 8 to 12 ounces ounces fully-cooked Spanish or Spanish-style chorizo (domestic, smoked Spanish-style chorizo works really well here), cut into 1/4-inch slices; freshly squeezed lemon juice or sherry vinegar, to taste; Greek yogurt, for serving; Large handful of chopped cilantro (or parsley) leaves, for serving

Servings: persons

For romesco:
1/4 cup almonds or hazelnuts
`1 14.5-ounce can diced or whole tomatoes (including juice)
2 roasted piquillo or red bell peppers, jarred or freshly roasted
2 large garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 teaspoon teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste (if your chorizo is spicy, you may want to omit)
1 1/2 teaspoons Spanish smoked paprika
1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
kosher salt, to taste
pinch of sugar (optional)
For rest of dish:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped (yielding about 2 cups)
kosher salt, to taste
1 medium butternut squash (about 2 1/4 pounds), cut into 3/4-inch cubes (yielding about 5 cups)
1 15-ounce can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
8 to 12 ounces ounces fully-cooked Spanish or Spanish-style chorizo (domestic, smoked Spanish-style chorizo works really well here), cut into 1/4-inch slices
freshly squeezed lemon juice or sherry vinegar, to taste
Greek yogurt, for serving
Large handful of chopped cilantro (or parsley) leaves, for serving

1
Heat oven to 400 F.
2
To make romesco, in a food processor, pulse the almonds until they're finely ground, about 20 seconds. Add the remaining ingredients, and process until well integrated. Add more salt, smoked paprika and/or sherry vinegar, to taste, and a pinch of sugar, if needed, to round out the flavors. (Can be prepared, covered, and refrigerated up to 3 days in advance.)
3
Heat olive oil in a large, shallow cast-iron casserole or 12-inch ovenproof saute pan. Add onion and a big pinch of salt, and saute until softened and translucent but not colored, about 6 minutes. Add the squash and 1 teaspoon of salt, stirring well to coat the squash with the onions and oil. Saute another 8 minutes, or until the outside of the squash starts to soften, stirring occasionally. Add the chickpeas, chorizo, and romesco - stirring well to coat all of the ingredients with the romesco. It will seem like a lot of romesco, but it will cook down considerably in the oven.
4
Transfer the casserole to the oven, and roast uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes (stirring two or three times for even cooking), or until the squash is tender and the romesco has reduced and darkened in color. Remove from oven. Taste, and adjust salt and acidity with a squeeze or two of fresh lemon juice, or more sherry vinegar.
5
Serve warm with a big dollop of greek yogurt and chopped cilantro. I like serving it over a bed of couscous, and a simple green salad on the side wouldn't be out of place.

475

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For romesco:, 1/4 cup almonds or hazelnuts, `1 14.5-ounce can diced or whole tomatoes (including juice), 2 roasted piquillo or red bell peppers, jarred or freshly roasted, and more.

Yes, Spanish-Inspired Ragout With Butternut Squash, Chorizo, And Chickpeas falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spanish-Inspired Ragout With Butternut Squash, Chorizo, And Chickpeas

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