Homemade Mexican Chorizo (Fresh Pork Sausage)

Mexican, Pork

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Servings: Servings: 8 Source:

Ingredients

2 dried ancho chilies, stems and seeds removed

2 dried guajillo chilies, stems and seeds removed

3 cloves garlic

1/2 cup onion, diced

1/4 cup cider vinegar

1 tablespoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1 teaspoon cumin, toasted and ground

1/2 teaspoon coriander, toasted and ground

1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

2 pounds ground pork

Directions

Lightly toast the chilies in a pan, and add enough water to cover them.

Bring to a boil, turn off the heat and let them soak until softened, about 20 minutes.

Purée it in a blender or food processor, along with the vinegar, garlic and onion.

Mix in the other ingredients, wrap and let it sit in the fridge overnight, or use within 3 days.

Notes

Option: Change the number of chilies or the variety of chilies.

Option: Change the amount or varieties of spices to taste!

Nutrition

Calories 326, Fat 24g (Saturated 8g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 81mg, Sodium 346mg, Carbs 5g (Fiber 1g, Sugars 1g), Protein 20g
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