Quick Fabada-Style Bean Stew

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Place pork belly, onion, garlic, stock, bay and saffron in a heavy pot.

2. 02

   Step 2

   Bring to a simmer, cover and cook 30 minutes.

3. 03

   Step 3

   Add beans and chorizo and simmer gently 20 minutes, adding water if necessary.

4. 04

   Step 4

   Remove onion and bay. Mash a small spoonful of beans into the broth to thicken.

5. 05

   Step 5

   Check pork is tender and cooked through; rest 10 minutes before serving. This shortcut uses canned beans rather than the traditional long bean cook.