Description
Rich Mexican-style chorizo queso dip promises a spicy, cheesy adventure for party guests. Melted cheese, zesty chorizo, and bold spices blend perfectly for an irresistible appetizer you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ lb (0.23 kg) Mexican chorizo, casings removed
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mix)
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whole milk (or half-and-half for extra creaminess)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (optional, for extra smooth texture)
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil (if needed for sauteing)
- ½ onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (optional, for extra heat)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for depth of flavor)
- 2 tbsps flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free version)
- 1 can (10 oz or 283 g) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced jalapenos
- Crumbled queso fresco or extra shredded cheese
- Tortilla chips
- Warm flour or corn tortillas
- Vegetables (carrots, celery, bell peppers, etc.)
Instructions
- Chorizo Preparation: Sizzle chorizo in a skillet over medium heat, methodically fragmenting into crispy, caramelized pieces until deep brown and textured, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Vegetable Infusion: Utilize rendered chorizo fat to gently sauté diced onions, jalapeños, and minced garlic, incorporating ground cumin and smoky paprika, stirring vigorously to bloom flavors without burning.
- Roux Formation: Sprinkle flour into the vegetable mixture, creating a quick thickening base while stirring continuously for one minute to prevent clumping.
- Liquid Integration: Gradually stream milk into the pan, whisking deliberately to establish a silky smooth foundation, then introduce Rotel tomatoes and simmer to meld complex flavors.
- Cheese Transformation: Reduce heat and fold in shredded cheese and cream cheese, stirring patiently until the mixture becomes a velvety, molten queso with an irresistible texture.
- Final Assembly: Reintegrate crispy chorizo throughout the cheese sauce, transfer to a warm serving vessel, and garnish with fresh cilantro, additional jalapeños, and vibrant tomato confetti for a spectacular presentation.
Notes
- Control Chorizo Crispness: Cook chorizo until deep brown and crispy, breaking it into small fragments to maximize flavor and texture without burning.
- Bloom Spices Carefully: Add ground cumin and paprika briefly to pan, stirring quickly to release intense flavors without scorching, which can create bitter undertones.
- Prevent Cheese Clumping: Reduce heat when adding cheese, incorporate gradually, and stir continuously to achieve smooth, velvety consistency without grainy texture.
- Customize Heat Levels: Adjust jalapeño quantity based on personal spice tolerance, removing seeds for milder version or adding extra for more intense kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg