Homemade Mexican Chorizo
Homemade Mexican Chorizo brings authentic flavor, easy preparation, and customizable heat. Its bold spices blend beautifully with pork or beef. Use it in tacos, burritos, breakfast scrambles, soups, and casseroles. Once you make it fresh, you will never go back to store-bought chorizo again.
Ingredients
- 500 g ground pork or beef
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional for tang)
Instructions
- Place ground meat in a mixing bowl.
- Add all the spices and mix thoroughly.
- Pour in vinegar and combine until well blended.
- Cover and refrigerate for 8–24 hours to develop flavor.
- Cook in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 10 minutes.
Notes
- Use lean pork for less fat or mix pork and beef.
- Adjust chili flakes based on heat preference.
- Store chilled for up to one week.
- Freeze portions for long-term use.
- Drain excess fat after cooking if needed.