chorizo
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of chorizo
From Spanish, of uncertain origin
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Add the chorizo and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and slightly crisp at the edges, about 5–7 minutes.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
Case in point: Stevens’ recipe for a decadent baked, stuffed tomato that’s generously filled with herbed breadcrumbs, creamy stracciatella and browned chorizo.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
So fill your pantry with fish sauce caramel corn, vegan chorizo Chex mix, cult-favorite bar nuts and a top-notch burnt olive ranch dip—and your shot glasses with perfect pairings for each.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025
Barrios asked for a to-go box for her chorizo and eggs, which she barely touched during our hourlong chat.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2025
The birds are carrying on, and the streets smell like frying chorizo.
From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez
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