Chorizo #1

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Clove (large) garlic
1teaspoonSalt
2tablespoonsMild chile powder (california chile) (up to)
3tablespoonsHot chile powder (new mexico chile)
½teaspoonDried leaf oregano
2tablespoonsVinegar
1tablespoonWater
1poundsBoneless pork

Directions

In a small bowl, mash garlic with salt to make a paste. Add chile powders. Crush oregano to fine crumbs and add to garlic mixture with vinegar and water. Grind pork with fine blade of meat grinder or food processor. Add garlic mixture; mix well. Cover tightly and refrigerate 24 hours to blend flavors. Chorizo may be stored in refrigerator 3-4 days before cooking. Freeze for longer storage.

Makes 1 pound of chorizo.

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