Fiery hot chorizo

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2teaspoonsCrushed red chile
1poundsPork butt, ground
1poundsBeef chuck, ground
¼teaspoonLiquid smoke
3tablespoonsWine vinegar
2Garlic cloves, crushed
1teaspoonSalt
¾teaspoonCoarsely black pepper
2teaspoonsBrown sugar
teaspoonDried oregano
1teaspoonGround cumin
1teaspoonPaprika, optional (for color)

Directions

Combine all ingredients together, using your hands to mix well.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Fill the casings and twist into 8 inch links or make patties. To cook, boil in a skillet in a small amount of water for 5 seconds and then fry until brown in a skillet, adding a little oil if necessary.

FROM: Stephanie Dicamillo, Jul-13-90 10:21am Source: July/August issue of Chile Pepper magazine