This homemade chorizo recipe captures the vibrant essence of traditional Mexican sausage using simple, high-quality ingredients. By grinding lean pork shoulder yourself, you control the texture and fat content, resulting in a meat that is rich yet not overly greasy. The blend of crushed oregano, cumin, garlic, and vinegar creates a complex flavor profile that is both tangy and deeply savory. Unlike pre-packaged versions, this fresh mixture bursts with aromatic spices that enhance any dish it accompanies. It is incredibly versatile, serving as a standalone main course or as a flavorful addition to breakfast eggs, soups, and stews. Making it from scratch takes minimal effort but yields a superior taste that is hard to find in stores. Ideal for weekend meal prep, this chorizo keeps well in the refrigerator for up to a week, allowing you to enjoy fresh, artisanal flavor throughout the week.
Homemade Chorizo
Description
This homemade chorizo recipe captures the vibrant essence of traditional Mexican sausage using simple, high-quality ingredients. By grinding lean pork shoulder yourself, you control the texture and fat content, resulting in a meat that is rich yet not overly greasy. The blend of crushed oregano, cumin, garlic, and vinegar creates a complex flavor profile that is both tangy and deeply savory. Unlike pre-packaged versions, this fresh mixture bursts with aromatic spices that enhance any dish it accompanies. It is incredibly versatile, serving as a standalone main course or as a flavorful addition to breakfast eggs, soups, and stews. Making it from scratch takes minimal effort but yields a superior taste that is hard to find in stores. Ideal for weekend meal prep, this chorizo keeps well in the refrigerator for up to a week, allowing you to enjoy fresh, artisanal flavor throughout the week.Ingredients
Directions
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Coarsely grind the pork shoulder using a meat grinder or pulse in a food processor until desired texture is reached.
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Add the vinegar, crushed oregano, mashed garlic clove, ground black pepper, salt, and cumin to the ground pork.
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Mix the ingredients thoroughly by hand to ensure even distribution of spices without overworking the meat.
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Transfer the mixed chorizo into a clean crock or glass jar.
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Cover and refrigerate immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 281.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.0g25%
- Saturated Fat 5.7g29%
- Cholesterol 90.8mg31%
- Sodium 4946.1mg207%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.4g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 30.9g62%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Do not use an electric mixer to combine the ingredients, as this will overwork the meat and result in a tough texture.
This fresh chorizo should be used within one week for best flavor and safety.
For cooking, use approximately 1/3 cup of the mixture per serving when substituting for commercial chorizo links.
