Chorizo

I love the flavor of chorizo but cannot stomach the thought of the variety meats traditionally used to make it. This is an authentic chorizo from the Mexican state of Sonora. I obtained the recipe from a gentleman named Bruce Moffitt and have since modified it slightly.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 251 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon water
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• ¾ teaspoon white sugar
• 1 ¾ teaspoons salt
• 1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, crushed
• 3 tablespoons ground New Mexico chile
• 1 pound ground pork, well chilled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Cook and stir in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes.