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Homemade Fresh Chorizo

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Introduction

Embark on a culinary adventure with our “Homemade Fresh Chorizo” recipe, offering an authentic taste reminiscent of traditional Spanish sausages. This homemade delight allows you to explore the artistry of food preparation and savor every flavorful bite.

Tips for this Recipe

Ensure all equipment is clean before use, especially when handling raw meat. For optimal texture and safety, freeze the chiles briefly before grinding them in the meat grinder to remove excess moisture.

Why you will love this recipe

Dive into a gastronomic experience where freshness meets tradition. The unique blend of spices and handcrafted approach elevates your meals, offering an unforgettable burst of flavor that resonates with the passion for cooking.

Ingredients

  • 6 dried New Mexico chiles
  • 8 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 pounds ground pork

Adviced Equipment

To create this delectable chorizo, you’ll need:

  • Cutting Board
  • Kitchen Knife
  • Meat Grinder with Fresh Meat Feeding Chute
  • Grater or Fine Cheese Slicer
  • Spoon
  • Fork
  • Airtight Containers for storage (10 lbs capacity recommended)
  • Zip Bags (for portioning individual servings)
  • Meat Tenderizer
  • Digital Kitchen Scale
  • Written in Markdown format.

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Homemade Fresh Chorizo

Homemade Fresh Chorizo

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Equipment

  • - Cutting Board

  • - Kitchen Knife

  • - Meat Grinder with Fresh Meat Feeding Chute (for grinding meat)

  • - Grater or Fine Cheese Slicer (to grind the spices and garlic)

  • - Spoon

  • - Fork

  • - Airtight Containers for storage (10 lbs capacity recommended)

  • - Zip Bags (for portioning individual servings)

  • - Meat Tenderizer (optional, but useful if you're using a tougher cut of meat)

  • - Digital Kitchen Scale (to weigh ingredients precisely)

Ingredients

  • 6 dried New Mexico chiles

  • 8 garlic cloves, chopped

  • 3 tablespoons smoked paprika

  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 2 pounds ground pork

  • Ingredient info: Dried New Mexico chiles are sold at specialty foods stores, Latin markets, and some supermarkets. Smoked paprika is available at most supermarkets.

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Heat a large dry cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chiles; toast, turning often, until just fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from pan and let cool.
2

Instruction 2

Using kitchen scissors and working over a medium bowl, cut chiles into 1" rings, reserving seeds and discarding stems. Cover with 1/2 cup hot water; let soak, stirring occasionally, until chiles are soft and pliable, about 10 minutes.
3

Instruction 3

Transfer chiles with seeds and soaking liquid to a blender. Add garlic, paprika, 1 tablespoon salt, and pepper; pulse until a paste forms.
4

Instruction 4

Combine pork and chile paste in a large bowl. Gently mix until just blended (do not overwork the meat).
5

Instruction 5

Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Working in 2 batches, cook chorizo until cooked through, 7-8 minutes. (Be sure to let meat brown before turning and breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon or spatula.) Season with salt. DO AHEAD: Chorizo can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before serving.
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