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29 Chorizo Recipes Because It Makes Everything Taste Better

We love chorizo, and these 29 recipes prove it.

July 24, 2017

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Chorizo might have to be a favorite when it comes to cured meats if we were forced to choose. Here are all of our favorite chorizo recipes.

Alex Lau
1/29
Chorizo and Shrimp Paella
Bomba rice is a short-grain, starchy type, and its ideal texture is tender but chewy in the center, like al dente pasta. Try not to overcook. Use the shrimp shells and chorizo ends to make the Back-Burner Stock.
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Ted Cavanaugh
2/29
Chorizo Breakfast Tacos With Potato Hash and Fried Eggs
Squeezing the excess liquid from the potato will ensure it gets extra crunchy when cooked.
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3/29
Smashed Potato Salad with Chorizo, Aioli, and Scallions
This paprika- and chile-spiked potato salad is equally delicious served warm or room temperature.
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Alex Lau
4/29
Chicken Chorizo Chili
Not a big fan of chorizo? This chili recipe can also be made with chicken, turkey, or Italian sweet or spicy sausage.
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Alex Lau
5/29
Pambazos with Potatoes and Chorizo
This sandwich alone is worth the trip to this five-table restaurant in the western suburbs of Chicago.
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Peden + Munk
6/29
Queso Fundido
At Minero, Chef Sean Brock uses Chihuahua cheese for this, which is a Mexican melting type, but it can be hard to find unless you have a Latin foods store nearby. If that’s the case, use Monterey Jack. Not the same, but still crazy good!
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Nicole Franzen
7/29
Cornmeal Biscuits with Chorizo Gravy and Scallions
Biscuits and gravy meet loaded nachos.
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Kyle Johnson
8/29
Seared Cod with Potato and Chorizo Hobo Packs
If you’re camping, make this your night one dinner, when the fish is freshest.
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Linda Xiao
9/29
Steamed Mussels with Tomato and Chorizo Broth
This one-pot dinner is simple: Sweet cherry tomatoes, earthy chorizo, and a splash of wine do the heavy lifting.
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Michael Graydon + Nikole Herriott
10/29
Brussels Sprout Leaves with Chorizo and Toasted Almonds
A Spanish twist on brussels and bacon done in the style of a stir-fry. Wait till the last minute to pull this dish together, but have everything prepped and ready to go ahead of time.
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Peden + Munk
11/29
Freekeh Paella with Clams and Almond Aioli
Fair to say we're pretty much obsessed with this nut-based (egg-free!) aioli. Try it with walnuts, too.
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Alex Lau
12/29
Grilled Clams with Chorizo
We're big fans of dipping the grilled bread in the garlic butter sauce. We won't judge you if it dribbles down your chin a bit.
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Gentl & Hyers
13/29
Chorizo, Tomato, and Chickpeas With Yogurt
This chorizo recipe is hearty and substantial on its own, but if you want to put an egg on it, go right ahead.
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Danielle Walsh
14/29
Chorizo–Sweet Potato Breakfast Tacos
Look for Mexican chorizo in your butcher’s case next to the other fresh sausages, and don’t be afraid to include those delicious, crispy bits from the pan.
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15/29
Creamy Queso with Chorizo
In defense of Velveeta: It might be lowbrow, but its texture is supreme.
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16/29
Cod with Chorizo and Breadcrumbs
Adding vinegar to the chorizo topping cuts the richness of the sausage and brightens the entire dish.
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17/29
Pasta with Chorizo and Chickpeas
As co-chefs at Hog & Hominy in Memphis, Michael Hudman and Andy Ticer see each other daily, but the old friends still cook together on days off. “Andy does the steak,” says Hudman, “and I do the pasta.”
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18/29
Roasted Chicken with Chorizo and Sweet Potatoes
Seasoning the chicken with a bit of apple cider vinegar beforehand helps tenderize the chicken before roasting.
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19/29
Littleneck Clams with New Potatoes and Spring Onions
New potatoes are freshly dug and have tender skins; wash them gently so that they don't tear. If they're hard to find, any small potato or fingerling variety will work.
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20/29
Chorizo and White Bean Stew
If you can't find fresh chorizo, use any fresh sausage. For less heat, choose a sweet (mild) Italian sausage.
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21/29
Weeknight Chorizo and Clam Paella
This takes 25 minutes of prep time and will be on the table in under and hour.
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22/29
Homemade Fresh Chorizo
With only 6 ingredients, homemade chorizo is way easier than you thought.
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23/29
Kale and White Bean Soup
You have a can of beans? You’ve got a meal. Here they take the place of traditional dried beans for a light take on a hearty soup that comes together super quick.
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Michael Graydon + Nikole Herriott
24/29
Cornbread, Chorizo, Cherry, and Pecan Stuffing
Store-bought cornbreads can be very sweet; taste before using, or omit the sugar from your favorite recipe.
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Christopher Testani
25/29
Green Chorizo
This is how (homemade) sausage is made.
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Alex Lau
26/29
Frittata with Chard and Chorizo
Chorizo adds smoky flavor to this vegetable-heavy frittata; use bacon if you prefer.
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©Romulo Yanes
27/29
Chorizo and Gigante Bean Cassoulet
It's all about the breadcrumb topping here.
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Keirnan Monaghan & Theo Vamvounakis
28/29
Spanish Chorizo with Dates, Cabrales, and Vanilla Oil
The aromatic sweetness of the vanilla complements the sharp blue cheese and smoky-spicy sausage, and, since we doubt you’re curing your own chorizo, it’s the single handmade element on this tapas plate. This recipe is from Morcilla, one of the Hot 10, America's Best New Restaurants 2016.
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Pan-Seared Hake with Kale and Chorizo
The super-healthy pairing of fish and greens gets a welcome hit of richness and flavor from spicy, smoky chorizo. We love the combo so much, we’ve been cooking Swiss chard and beet greens the same way.
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