chorizo
noun
cho·ri·zo
chə-ˈrē-(ˌ)zō 
-(ˌ)sō
plural chorizos
: a seasoned, coarsely ground, pork sausage
a
: a spicy or sweet ground pork sausage that is seasoned especially with smoked paprika, is used chiefly in Spanish cooking, and is typically sold dried and cured in casings
b
: a spicy ground pork sausage that is seasoned with chili powder and other spices (such as cumin or garlic), is used chiefly in Mexican cooking, and is typically sold uncooked either loose or in casings
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The Spanish chorizo brings smoky depth, while shrimp steams to tender perfection right on top of the rice.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
An initial concern when looking at the ingredients was that the Doritos Cool Ranch crust over the chorizo would overwhelm the rest of the dish.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2025
The original, located in downtown Asheville, remains a bucket list destination for many in search of authentic Southern eats, including the restaurant’s Famous Fried Chicken (served honey-dusted or with a sweet tea glaze) and Tupelo Shrimp & Grits, with chorizo, Creole sauce, and goat cheese.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2025
The menu also features a wide array of small plates, shareable dishes, and seafood items, such as venison carpaccio and the signature Oyster Coachella, made with Medjool dates, chorizo and blue cheese.
—Taryn White, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
An initial concern when looking at the ingredients was that the Doritos Cool Ranch crust over the chorizo would overwhelm the rest of the dish.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2025
The original, located in downtown Asheville, remains a bucket list destination for many in search of authentic Southern eats, including the restaurant’s Famous Fried Chicken (served honey-dusted or with a sweet tea glaze) and Tupelo Shrimp & Grits, with chorizo, Creole sauce, and goat cheese.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2025
The menu also features a wide array of small plates, shareable dishes, and seafood items, such as venison carpaccio and the signature Oyster Coachella, made with Medjool dates, chorizo and blue cheese.
—Taryn White, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
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“Chorizo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chorizo. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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