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Chorizo A La Mexicana (Mexican Sausage

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This homemade Chorizo A La Mexicana is a vibrant, spicy sausage made from lean ground pork, chili powder, and fresh garlic. It offers a rich, smoky flavor with a bright kick from vinegar and oregano, perfect for breakfast tacos, huevos rancheros, or as a hearty main dish. The texture is coarse and satisfying, allowing the spices to shine through every bite. This dish brings authentic home-style Mexican flavors to your table without the preservatives of store-bought versions. It is incredibly versatile, serving as a delicious standalone meal or a flavorful addition to beans and rice. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe delivers deep, aromatic satisfaction that will become a family favorite for quick weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 20
Calories: 298.5
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This homemade Chorizo A La Mexicana is a vibrant, spicy sausage made from lean ground pork, chili powder, and fresh garlic. It offers a rich, smoky flavor with a bright kick from vinegar and oregano, perfect for breakfast tacos, huevos rancheros, or as a hearty main dish. The texture is coarse and satisfying, allowing the spices to shine through every bite. This dish brings authentic home-style Mexican flavors to your table without the preservatives of store-bought versions. It is incredibly versatile, serving as a delicious standalone meal or a flavorful addition to beans and rice. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe delivers deep, aromatic satisfaction that will become a family favorite for quick weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
  • 1 lbs Lean pork
  • 1 teaspoons Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Chili powder 1 Garlic clove, pressed
  • 1 teaspoons Oregano, handrubbed
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar
Directions
  1. 1
    Grind the lean pork through a coarse plate or chop it finely with a knife until it reaches a sausage-like consistency.
  2. 2
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with the salt, chili powder, pressed garlic clove, hand-rubbed oregano, and vinegar.
  3. 3
    Mix the ingredients thoroughly by hand until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
  4. 4
    Cover the mixture and let it stand in the refrigerator for several hours to allow the flavors to meld and the vinegar to cure the meat slightly.
  5. 5
    When ready to cook, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the chorizo mixture without any additional oil.
  6. 6
    Fry the sausage, breaking it up into small crumbles with a wooden spoon, for about 30 minutes or until fully cooked through and browned.
  7. 7
    Serve immediately, or store uncooked portions in a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to several weeks for future meals.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20

Amount Per Serving
Calories 298.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.9g26%
Saturated Fat 5.8g29%
Cholesterol 90.8mg31%
Sodium 243.7mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 4.4g2%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 31.7g64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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