Spanish Rice with Chorizo
Spanish Rice with Chorizo is a vibrant, one-pot dish from Spain, featuring short-grain rice cooked in a savory tomato-based broth with smoky, spicy chorizo sausage. The rice absorbs the rich flavors of the chorizo fat, paprika, and often includes vegetables like onions, garlic, and bell peppers.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is moderately high in carbohydrates from the rice and fats from the chorizo, providing a good source of protein and iron. A typical serving contains roughly 400-500 calories, depending on the chorizo-to-rice ratio and added ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 750 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The dish showcases the Spanish technique of 'sofrito' and the use of chorizo's paprika-infused fat to flavor the rice, creating a deep, smoky taste. Nutritionally, it offers a balanced mix of energy and nutrients, making it a hearty, comforting meal.
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