Queso Fundido con Chorizo a la Tequila Recipe

Name: Queso Fundido con Chorizo a la Tequila
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 ounces, weight Pork Chorizo; 1 whole Small Onion, Small Diced; 1 whole Jalapeno Pepper, Seeded And Small Diced; 1 whole Serrano Pepper, Seeded And Small Diced; 1 Tablespoon Chopped Green Chilies; 2 teaspoons Cumin; 1/4 cups Tequila; 3 cups Shredded Oxaca Cheese Or Mozzarella; 1/4 cups Queso Fresco Plus More For Garnish; Cilantro And Diced Tomatoes, For Garnish; Tortillas Or Tortilla Chips, To Serve

Servings: persons

10 ounces, weight Pork Chorizo
1 whole Small Onion, Small Diced
1 whole Jalapeno Pepper, Seeded And Small Diced
1 whole Serrano Pepper, Seeded And Small Diced
1 Tablespoon Chopped Green Chilies
2 teaspoons Cumin
1/4 cups Tequila
3 cups Shredded Oxaca Cheese Or Mozzarella
1/4 cups Queso Fresco Plus More For Garnish
Cilantro And Diced Tomatoes, For Garnish
Tortillas Or Tortilla Chips, To Serve

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2
Heat a cast iron skillet or heavy oven proof skillet over medium high heat.
3
Add chorizo and cook until almost dry, about 15 20 minutes.
4
Transfer to a small bowl.
5
Add onions and peppers, saute until tender.
6
Stir in green chilies, cumin and chorizo.
7
Add tequila and, using a long lighter, light the tequila.
8
This can also be done by tilting the skillet towards the flame if using a gas stove.
9
Let it burn until the flame goes out.
10
Add shredded Oaxaca to skillet and gently toss with chorizo mixture.
11
Top with queso fresco.
12
Transfer skillet to the oven, bake in the oven until bubbly, about 20 minutes.
13
Garnish with queso fresco, cilantro and diced tomato.
14
Serve with warm tortilla or tortilla chips.

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* 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.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 ounces, weight Pork Chorizo, 1 whole Small Onion, Small Diced, 1 whole Jalapeno Pepper, Seeded And Small Diced, 1 whole Serrano Pepper, Seeded And Small Diced, and more.

Yes, Queso Fundido con Chorizo a la Tequila falls under the General 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!

Queso Fundido con Chorizo a la Tequila

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