Chorizo

usgb/tʃəˈriːzəʊ/
noun

It's a type of spicy sausage from Spain or Latin America.

I love eating chorizo with eggs for breakfast.
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Often appears as...

  • chorizo sausage
  • chorizo and eggs
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Meal Ingredient

Often used in traditional breakfasts and stews for a spicy kick.

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Let's add some chorizo to the paella for extra flavor.
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Regional Variations

Flavors and spiciness can vary widely between regions, try different types.

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Mexican chorizo tastes different from Spanish chorizo.
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Culinary Term

Commonly found in recipes, especially those from Hispanic cuisine.

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This recipe calls for half a pound of chorizo.
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