Fresh Homemade Chorizo Recipe

Name: Fresh Homemade Chorizo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 dried guajillo chilies; ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, preferably raw; 14 medium white onion, peeled; 6 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds; 2 inches section whole canela cinnamon or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 whole cloves or ¼ teaspoon ground cloves; 2 bay leaves (optional); 1 ½ teaspoons paprika; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ½ teaspoon Mexican oregano; 2 teaspoons sea salt (or to taste); 1 lb ground pork

Servings: persons

4 dried guajillo chilies
¼ cup apple cider vinegar, preferably raw
14 medium white onion, peeled
6 garlic cloves, peeled
2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds
2 inches section whole canela cinnamon or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 whole cloves or ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
2 bay leaves (optional)
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon Mexican oregano
2 teaspoons sea salt (or to taste)
1 lb ground pork

1
Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat.As skillet is heating clean chiles:remove stem and seeds tear into 2 or 3 pieces.
2
Working in 2 or 3 batches,briefly toast chiles for about 3-5 seconds on each side,pressing down on the chiles with a metal spatula .It's ok if they are a little scorched in spots but they shouldn't burn -adjust heat if necessary.Place chiles in a small saucepan,cover with hot water and let soak about 30 minutes,covered,Discard water.
3
Meanwhile return skillet to the stove over medium low heat.Add cumin seeds and toast,stirring often until a few begin to pop-you should smell them toasting and they should turn slightly darker.
4
Transfer cumin seeds to a spice grinder along with cinnamon,cloves and bay leaf(if using).Grind to a fine powder.
5
Coarsley chop the onion and place in a blender along with chiles,garlic and vinegar.Blend to a smooth paste.If the mixture is too dry to blend easily in your machine add more vinegar,1 tablespoon at the time, until the consistency is thin enough to blend.
6
Mix pork,chile vinegar mix and all spices together.you may cook immediately as you would any chorizo or you may let it sit overnight,refridgerated ,to further develope the flavors.
7
i.

777

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 dried guajillo chilies, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, preferably raw, 14 medium white onion, peeled, 6 garlic cloves, peeled, and more.

Yes, Fresh Homemade 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!

Fresh Homemade Chorizo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions