Best 5 Best Homemade Mexican Chorizo Recipes

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**Discover the Enchanting Flavors of Mexican Chorizo: A Culinary Journey Through History and Tradition**

Prepared to embark on a tantalizing culinary odyssey? Let's explore the realm of Mexican chorizo, a delectable sausage deeply ingrained in Mexican cuisine and renowned for its captivating flavors and versatility. Its roots stretch back centuries, with origins traced to Spanish settlers who introduced the art of sausage-making to the Americas. Over time, Mexican chorizo has evolved into a uniquely Mexican delicacy, crafted with a blend of pork, chilies, and an array of spices that create a symphony of flavors. Join us as we unveil the secrets behind this culinary treasure, presenting a collection of authentic recipes that showcase the diverse expressions of Mexican chorizo. From the classic chorizo con papas, where succulent chorizo mingles with tender potatoes, to the savory chorizo tacos brimming with vibrant flavors, each recipe captures the essence of this beloved sausage. So, prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable adventure as we delve into the world of Mexican chorizo, a culinary delight that promises to transport you to the heart of Mexico's rich culinary heritage.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BEST HOMEMADE MEXICAN CHORIZO



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Simple and quick to make and bursting with flavor, you can have have this delicious chorizo on hand any time you need it - just grab some from the freezer!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Ingredient

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb coarsely ground lean pork
6 oz coarsely ground pork fat ((ask your butcher))
5 cloves garlic (,minced)
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried Mexican oregano
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
4 tablespoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Place the meat in a large bowl and all all remaining ingredients. Use your hands to thoroughly combine the mixture. Place the chorizo in a colander or sieve over a bowl, cover the top with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 3 days, daily squeezing out and discarding any liquid (this isn't absolutely necessary but it will more closely resemble the texture of store-bought chorizo). After 3 days, divide the meat up into 6 little 4 oz loaves, wrap each one in plastic wrap and place the loaves in a freezer bag or wrap again in aluminum foil. You can also use wax or freezer paper.
  • The chorizo will keep in the freezer for up to 4 months. Storing it longer doesn't really pose a safety concern, but the taste will suffer.
  • Makes 1 1/2 pounds, divided into six 4 oz. servings.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.5 pounds (values for entire batch), Calories 1894 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 54 g, Fat 180 g, SaturatedFat 68 g, Cholesterol 325 mg, Sodium 2679 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 1 g

HOMEMADE MEXICAN-STYLE CHORIZO RECIPE



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Chorizo, a well-seasoned pork sausage, is used in small amounts to add big flavor to Mexican dishes. Make your own version at home with this recipe.

Provided by Chelsie Kenyon

Categories     Entree     Side Dish     Breakfast     Brunch     Dinner     Ingredient

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds pork (finely ground)
4 tablespoons chili powder (ground dried chile pepper)
3 tablespoons ground paprika
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground cloves
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
2 cloves fresh garlic (crushed)
1/2 cup white vinegar

Steps:

  • Use immediately in your favorite recipe calling for Mexican chorizo, or refrigerate or freeze the sausage in an airtight container for later use. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 107 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 466 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 25 g, ServingSize 2 pounds (8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

HOMEMADE MEXICAN CHORIZO



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Mexican chorizo is a little different than its Spanish cousin, but equally delicious. Use these sausages as you would any spicy sausage, or use the loose sausage meat to make tacos for a flavor-packed change from regular old ground pork. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Provided by brandon

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

15 dried red chile peppers, seeded
2 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless pork butt, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
7 ounces pork fat, cut into 1/2-inc cubes
5 whole allspice berries
5 whole cloves
¼ cup cider vinegar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cumin seeds
1 hog casing

Steps:

  • Place chile peppers in a bowl and cover with hot water. Soak until softened, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place pork butt and pork fat in the freezer for 30 minutes. Chill meat grinder in the freezer to make grinding the meat easier.
  • Grind allspice berries and cloves using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder. Set aside.
  • Drain chile peppers and place in a food processor or blender. Add vinegar and puree until smooth.
  • Fit the chilled meat grinder with a medium plate. Pass the partially frozen pork and fat through the grinder. Combine ground meat with pureed chile peppers, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and cumin in a bowl. Mix well with your hands for 2 to 3 minutes. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour, or overnight.
  • Meanwhile, soak casing in cold water for about 30 minutes. Place the wide end of a small sausage-stuffing funnel up against the sink tap and run cold water through the inside of the casing.
  • Use the medium sausage-stuffing funnel attachment and place casing on the outside of the tube. Start passing meat mixture through the funnel, stopping just as it starts to come out the other end. Tie the casing into a knot at the end, then continue passing the meat mixture through the funnel, supporting the sausage with your other hand. Once the meat mixture is finished, tie the other end of the casing into a knot.
  • Twist the casing at regular intervals to create individual links, alternating between twisting in opposite directions. Poke 2 to 3 small holes into each sausage with a metal skewer to allow air to escape during cooking.
  • Cook as desired or chill in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 95.8 mg, Fat 39.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 951.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

HOMEMADE MEXICAN CHORIZO



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I love choizo, but who knows what is in the commercially prepared kind? This homemade Mexican chorizo is delicious with scrambled eggs served in a flour tortilla. I usually prepare this chorizo with ground turkey.

Provided by Wheres_the_Beef

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 1 pound, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground lean pork, ground turkey can be substituted
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon table salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, garlic powder, coriander, oregano, red pepper flakes, ground cloves and black pepper in mixing bowl and stir until well combined.
  • Add cider vinegar and stir until dry ingredients are moistened.
  • Add ground meat and knead until spice mixture is well incorporated into the meat.
  • You can use the chorizo immediately, but for best flavor development, place chorizo mixture in an airtight container and store overnight in fridge.
  • Form chrizo meat into small patties or just scramble and fry the meat in a skillet until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.3, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 81.8, Sodium 714.2, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.6, Protein 20.2

MEXICAN CHORIZO



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A mildly hot, and very delicious, Mexican sausage. Excellent for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Can be made into patties and cooked in a skillet, or stuffed into natural hog or collagen casings and grilled at your next family gathering.

Provided by James

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 8h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds boneless pork butt (shoulder), cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 ½ tablespoons crushed Aleppo peppers
1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
½ cup distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Place the pork, Aleppo pepper, chili powder, garlic, salt, black pepper, oregano, cumin, cloves, and coriander into a bowl, and lightly toss the pork with the seasonings until thoroughly blended. Cover the bowl, and refrigerate the meat, your meat grinder's head assembly, and grinder hopper for 1 hour.
  • Fill a large mixing bowl with ice cubes, and place a smaller metal bowl in the ice cubes to catch the ground meat. Assemble the chilled meat grinder, and grind the pork and seasonings using a coarse cutting plate. Return ground meat to refrigerator for 30 minutes. Lightly stir the ground pork with the vinegar and water until thoroughly mixed, form into patties, and refrigerate overnight, covered, to let flavors develop.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-low heat, and pan-fry the patties until browned and no longer pink in the middle, 5 to 8 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 628.5 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

  • Select the right type of meat: Pork shoulder or butt is the traditional choice for Mexican chorizo, but you can also use beef, chicken, or turkey.
  • Grind the meat coarsely: This will give the chorizo a more rustic texture.
  • Use a variety of spices: Mexican chorizo is typically seasoned with a combination of chili powder, cumin, garlic, oregano, and paprika.
  • Add some vinegar: This will help to give the chorizo a tangy flavor.
  • Don't overcook the chorizo: It should be cooked until it is just cooked through, or it will become dry and crumbly.
  • Chorizo can be used in a variety of dishes: It can be used as a filling for tacos, burritos, and tamales, or it can be added to soups, stews, and casseroles.

Conclusion:

Homemade Mexican chorizo is a delicious and versatile sausage that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting ingredient to add to your cooking, give homemade Mexican chorizo a try. You won't be disappointed!

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