Spanish Garbanzos with Chorizo

This vegan dish is high in protein and gets its spicy flavor from vegetarian style Loma Linda Spicy Chorizo.

Serves 4. Prep=5 minutes. Cooking=15 minutes. Total time=20 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 c Loma Linda Spicy Chorizo
• 1 c tomato sauce
• 1 c water
• 2 c cooked garbanzo beans, drained
• 1 tsp smoked Spanish paprika (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add onion, red bell pepper and green bell pepper. Saute 3 minutes.
2. Stir in the Spicy Chorizo and tomato sauce. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. Add the water, garbanzo beans and paprika. Bring back to a boil on medium. Reduce heat and simmer 7 more minutes, adding more water as needed.
4. Serve hot in bowls or pour over rice or mashed potatoes.