Chorizo Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Chorizo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 pound ground pork; 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground canela; 1 teaspoon ground star anise; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 2 tablespoons crushed Mexican oregano; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1 teaspoon sugar; 4 ounce ground ancho chile powder; 1 cup boiling water; Serving suggestions: as a stuffing for chicken or with eggs

Servings: persons

1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground canela
1 teaspoon ground star anise
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons crushed Mexican oregano
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon sugar
4 ounce ground ancho chile powder
1 cup boiling water
Serving suggestions: as a stuffing for chicken or with eggs

1
Place the ground meats in a large bowl and add the crushed garlic and the salt.
2
Add the vinegar and mix well.
3
Sprinkle the pepper and ground spices over the mixture and blend well.
4
Add the white wine and sugar.
5
Mix well.
6
Place the ground chile powder in a small bowl and add the boiling water, stir well to make a paste.
7
Work the paste into the meat mixture until well blended.
8
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
9
In a hot skillet, cook the chorizo, making sure to break up all the lumps.

1150

kcal

Calories

107

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound lean ground beef, 1 pound ground pork, 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic, 1 tablespoon salt, and more.

Yes, Chorizo falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chorizo

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