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Chorizo Recipe- Mexican Chorizo

By Chelsie Kenyon, About.com

Mexican chorizo is actually a raw sausage that is cooked before eating it, unlike Spanish chorizo which is a cured, dried sausage similar to a salami or pepperoni.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds finely ground pork
  • 4 tablespoons chile powder
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
  • 1/2 cup vinegar

Preparation:

In a large bowl, use your hands to mix the ingredients until they are well combined. You can freeze the sausage in an airtight container for later use, or use it immediately in your favorite recipe calling for Mexican chorizo.
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