Chorizo Recipe

Spice up your life with this easy-to-make homemade chorizo recipe! Perfect for breakfast tacos, Tex-Mex dishes, or as a flavorful addition to any meal. Skip the store-bought version and enjoy the rich, savory taste of chorizo made from scratch. This recipe provides detailed instructions for both making and cooking your delicious homemade chorizo.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 957.9 kcal

Protein 253g

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The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chorizo

2 lbs pork shoulder or butt
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon vinegar
4 cloves minced garlic
2 teaspoons dried oregano
Ground Cumin

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How to Make Chorizo

Grind 2 lbs of pork shoulder or butt using a meat grinder.
In a large bowl, gently mix in 2 tablespoons of salt.
Add 2 tablespoons of chili powder, mixing well to distribute evenly.
Incorporate 1 tablespoon of vinegar, ensuring it's thoroughly combined.
Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and 2 teaspoons of dried oregano, mixing until evenly distributed.
Stir in 1 tablespoon of ground cumin.
Pack the chorizo mixture tightly into a crock or glass jar. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably 24 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
To cook, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the chorizo and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 10-15 minutes).
Serve immediately and enjoy! Leftovers can be frozen for later use.