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Chorizo Queso Dip Recipe

Chorizo Queso Dip Recipe
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This Chorizo Queso Dip is a rich and flavorful appetizer that combines spicy chorizo sausage with creamy melted cheeses and a hint of green chilies. Perfect for parties or game day snacks, this warm dip pairs beautifully with tortilla chips and garnished with fresh cilantro, green onions, and jalapeños for an extra kick.

Ingredients

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Meat and Oil

  • 8 oz chorizo sausage, casing removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Optional: sliced green onions and jalapeños for garnish

Dairy

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Other

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook Chorizo: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chorizo sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned and fully cooked. Remove the cooked chorizo from the skillet and set aside, discarding any excess fat left in the pan.
  2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add a bit more olive oil to the same skillet if needed, then add the finely chopped onion. Cook until the onions are translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Make Roux: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and form a roux.
  4. Add Dairy: Slowly pour in the milk and half-and-half while whisking vigorously to prevent lumps from forming. Continue to stir as the mixture heats and thickens slightly.
  5. Melt Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, stirring continuously until the cheese has melted completely and the sauce is smooth. If the dip becomes too thick, stir in more milk to reach your preferred consistency.
  6. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies and the cooked chorizo. Season the dip with salt and pepper to taste. Keep the skillet on low heat and stir occasionally until the dip is warmed through.
  7. Serve: Transfer the queso dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped cilantro and, if desired, sliced green onions and jalapeños. Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping.

Notes

  • You can use turkey chorizo for a leaner version of this dip.
  • If you prefer a spicier dip, add extra jalapeños or use hot chorizo sausage.
  • Keep stirring after adding cheese to prevent the sauce from burning or separating.
  • This dip can be kept warm in a slow cooker on low for parties.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend.

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