Cheesy and Spicy Chorizo Fundido

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Cheesy and Spicy Chorizo Fundido
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 13, 2023

Chorizo Fundido is a delicious and indulgent appetizer that combines melty cheese with spicy chorizo. It's perfect for parties or as a flavorful snack. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and the result is a gooey and flavorful dish that will keep everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chorizo, removed from casing
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno, finely chopped
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Tortilla chips, for serving

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the chorizo over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté the onion, garlic, and jalapeno until softened.
  4. Return the cooked chorizo to the skillet and mix well with the onion mixture.
  5. Transfer the chorizo mixture to a baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese evenly over the chorizo mixture.
  7. Bake the dish in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  9. Serve the chorizo fundido hot with tortilla chips.

Interesting Facts

  • Chorizo Fundido is often served as a topping for grilled meats or as a filling for tacos.
  • Mexican chorizo is made from pork and flavored with spices such as chili powder, paprika, and garlic.
  • Monterey Jack cheese is a semi-hard cheese that melts easily, making it perfect for this dish.