Easy Cocido Madrileno Recipe

Are you looking for a cheap recipe that's easy to make, perfect for any winter holiday, and absolutely delicious? Then you have to delve into the world of Spanish soup recipes. We did that for you, and we brought you one of the most famous Spanish recipes: the cocido madrileño, a mesmerizing blend of the best meats, vegetables, and seasonings from Spain. Read this article and learn everything about how to make cocido madrileño, how to serve and store this dish, with some expert tips to customize this recipe.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cans (425gr each) of chickpeas
• 450 g beef shank or brisket
• 450 g bone-in pork ribs
• 450 g Spanish chorizo sausage, cut into chunks
• 450 g morcilla (blood sausage)
• 3 potatoes
• 2 carrots
• 8 cups (2l) store-bought beef or vegetable broth
• 1 onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a large pot, combine the store-bought broth,...: In a large pot, combine the store-bought broth, the peeled whole onion, garlic clove, and bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer.
2. 2Add the beef shank or brisket, pork ribs,...: Add the beef shank or brisket, pork ribs, chorizo, and morcilla to the pot. Simmer for about 30 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
3. 3In the meantime, drain and rinse the canned...: In the meantime, drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks and slice the carrots.
4. 4After 30 minutes, add the drained and rinsed...: After 30 minutes, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, potato chunks, and sliced carrots to the pot. Simmer for 40 more minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5. 5Once everything in the Spanish stew is cooked,...: Once everything in the Spanish stew is cooked, remove the meats and vegetables from the broth and arrange them on a serving platter.
6. 6Serve the chickpeas in a separate bowl (for...: Serve the chickpeas in a separate bowl (for the traditional way of serving cocido madrileno), with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
7. 7Serve the Cocido Madrileño hot and enjoy. Optionally,...: Serve the Cocido Madrileño hot and enjoy. Optionally, sprinkle some Spanish paprika over the meats and vegetables.