Ingredients for Homemade Chorizo
- Ground Lean Pork
- Distilled White Vinegar
- Fresh Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- Fresh Garlic
- Onion Powder
- 2 tablespoons paprika
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How to Make Homemade Chorizo
- In a large bowl, combine 2 lbs ground pork, 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/4 cup red wine vinegar.
- Mix thoroughly with your hands until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for 24-48 hours.
- Every 12 hours, carefully pour off any excess liquid that has accumulated.
- After curing, you can cook the chorizo by crumbling it into a skillet and cooking over medium heat until browned and cooked through (approximately 15-20 minutes), or freeze it for later use.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
14 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
22g
Carbs
1g