Ingredients
2 tbsp ground ancho or pasilla chile
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp freshly ground coriander seeds
1/4 tsp crushed hot red pepper
1/8 tsp ground allspice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
2 finely minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp white or rice vinegar
2 tbsp tequila
1 lb ground pork
Directions
Chorizo is a Mexican sausage that can be used in many ways, chief
among them in breakfast tacos combined with skillet fried potatoes
and/or scrambled eggs. There are many variations - this is my
favorite. You can make it in bulk as it freezes well. Cook as you
would ground beef but on lower heat to avoid burning the spices.
Combine herbs and spices, tequila and vinegar. Add to pork and mix
well.
From: Fran
Date: Wed, 22 Jan 1997 11:35:37 -0600 (CST)
Servings: 1 servings
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Categories: Meat; Mexican; Sausage
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