Tweaked Homemade Chorizo Recipes

HOMEMADE CHORIZO

Steps:

• In a medium size bowl, mix the pork, salt, pepper, chile powder, garlic, oregano, coriander, cumin and vinegar thoroughly. Refrigerate, in an airtight container, overnight. This allows the flavors to meld. The chorizo may also be frozen.

HOMEMADE CHORIZO

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients in a bowl with your hands. Or alternatively, you can mix in batches in a food processor in batches giving a finer texture almost like a paste.
• Store in an airtight container or large zip-lock bag in the refrigerator. Let sit at least a day or two in the refrigerator before using. You can also put some in the freezer for later use.
• To use: Pour a little canola or vegetable oil in a frying pan and heat over medium high-heat. Add the chorizo and cook through.

CHORIZO

Steps:

• Combine chile powder, vinegar, oregano, water, garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, cumin seeds, sugar, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix until the salt and sugar are dissolved in the liquids.
• Break up pork in a bowl. Pour in spice mixture and knead thoroughly. Use immediately or refrigerate to let flavors meld, 8 hours to overnight.
• Cook and stir in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes.

CHORIZO

Steps:

• Grind pork.
• Add one at a time; salt, chili powder, vinegar, garlic, oregano, and cumin, mixing well after each addition.
• Pack in a crock, or glass jar for at least 8 hours but preferably 24 hours.
• Cook as needed in skillet.
• It will look like ground meat.
• May be frozen.