Chorizo Recipe

chorizo recipe

Homemade Mexican Chorizo Recipe

chorizo recipe

This homemade Mexican chorizo recipe is easy to make for spicy chorizo sausage with lots of bold chili flavor, great for pork or beef chorizo.

Prep: 5min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 369 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 31 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 769 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, unSaturated Fat 19 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 pounds ground pork (fatty is best, or use ground beef or other ground meats)
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne
  • 1 tablespoon ancho powder
  • 1 tablespoon guajillo powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon Mexican cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground clove
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste ((1 teaspoon each))

Instruction:

  1. Add the ground pork (or other grounds meats) to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add all of the seasonings and vinegar. Hand mix the ingredients into the meat until uniformly mixed.
  3. Store until ready to use or cook immediately.

Homemade Mexican Chorizo

chorizo recipe

This homemade Mexican chorizo recipe is easy to make and use in any recipe that calls for chorizo meat. Perfectly seasoned ground pork results in the classic flavors of chorizo using authentic spices and a hint of vinegar. You will fall in love with these flavors!

Prep: 5min

Total: 15min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 376 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 31 g, Saturated Fat 11 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 0.003 g, unSaturated Fat 16 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1/4 cup homemade chorizo seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water, (if needed)

Instruction:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, 1/3 cup of homemade chorizo seasoning, and 2 tablespoons white vinegar. Mix to combine using clean hands.
  2. Add the oil to a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the pork mixture to the skillet and saute for 8-10 minutes. Add water if the meat dries out too much as it cooks. I like my chorizo on the wetter side, so add water to your preference.
  4. Use in any recipe that calls for Mexican chorizo meat and enjoy!

Easy Chorizo and Eggs Breakfast Skillet

chorizo recipe

Chorizo and eggs are a fantastic combination and work perfectly for this easy breakfast skillet. Chorizo is a flavorful, spice-packed pork sausage. It comes in two forms: fresh sausage and cured sausage. For this breakfast skillet, use fresh chorizo.

Prep: 5min

Total: 20min

Yield: Makes 4 servings

Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1/4 of the skillet, calories 336, Fat 24.5g, Saturated Fat 7.3g, Cholesterol 354mg, Sodium 725.9mg, Carbohydrate 2.1g, Fiber 0.4g, Sugar 1g, Protein 25g

Ingredients:

  • 6 ounces fresh chorizo sausage, casings removed
  • 1/2 cup sliced onion
  • 6 large eggs
  • Pinch salt
  • Handful cilantro leaves
  • Cotija cheese or Queso fresco for serving
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Tortillas, warmed for serving

Instruction:

  1. Heat a wide non-stick skillet over medium-low. Add the chorizo and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for 5 minutes. Stir in the sliced onions and cook, stirring every once and a while, until the sausage is cooked through and crispy, another 5 to 6 minutes more.
  2. Meanwhile, crack eggs into a bowl, add a pinch of salt and whisk until well blended.
  3. Take the pan off of the heat for a minute, so it cools slightly. Check how much fat has rendered from the sausage. If it is more than a tablespoon, remove some from the pan.
  4. Place the pan back over medium-low heat. Pour in the eggs and immediately use a silicone spatula to swirl in small circles around the pan, without stopping, until the eggs look slightly thickened, and small curds begin to form; about 30 seconds. Change from making circles to making long sweeps across the pan until you see larger, creamy curds; about 20 seconds (see us do this in our scrambled eggs video).
  5. When the eggs are softly set and slightly runny in places, remove the pan from the heat and leave for a few seconds to finish cooking. Give a final stir and serve with the tortillas and a few lime wedges, as well as some cilantro leaves and cheese scattered on top.

How to make The BEST Mexican Chorizo Recipe

FAQ

What does chorizo go well with?

Chorizo goes well with other meats such as chicken, beef, and pork due to their most malleable flavors.

When other meats are cooked or served alongside chorizo, they take on some flavors of chorizo.
  • Alternative heat.
  • Sweet or tangy flavors.
  • A zesty side to cut the chorizo’s flavors.

What is the best way to cook chorizo?

While there are multiple ways to cook chorizo, grilling, broiling and pan-frying are three of the best ways to ensure a tasty, flavorful outcome.

You can use a meat thermometer to check for this.
  1. Grilling. …
  2. Broiling. …
  3. Pan-Frying.

What is chorizo made of?

What meat is used for Chorizo…. Most Chorizo is made with coarsely chopped pork, pork fat and, sometimes, bacon. You can buy it made with wild boar, horse meat, donkey, beef and venison. Surprisingly there is no trace anywhere of Lamb Chorizo although there are several recipes for lamb cooked with Chorizo.

What’s the difference between chorizo and Mexican chorizo?

Mexican chorizo is quite different from Spanish chorizo. The meat is usually ground, rather than chopped, and the sausage is fresh rather than cured. The red color of Mexican chorizo usually comes from spicy red pepper rather than the smoked paprika you find in Spanish chorizo.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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