chorizo

noun

cho·ri·zo | \chə-ˈrē-(ˌ)zō,

-(ˌ)sō\

plural chorizos

Definition of chorizo

: a pork sausage highly seasoned especially with chili powder and garlic

Examples of chorizo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The chorizo is delicious—sweet, aromatic and subtly spicy. — John Birdsall, WSJ, "Is Lab-Grown Meat Ready for Dinner?," 16 Oct. 2018 On the other, there are totchos ($10), potato nuggets smothered in cheese sauce, chorizo, beans and pico de gallo, and Panga hot fish ($8), chunks of cod in spicy batter served with remoulade. — Carol Deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "International flavors, down at the corner bar, are an American experience," 3 July 2018 Tucked inside were scrambled eggs, chorizo, rice, refried beans and cheese. — Lauren Delgado, OrlandoSentinel.com, "First Bite: Brunch at Pepe's Cantina," 15 June 2018 Stir in olive oil, chorizo, onions, carrots and celery. — Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, "Chorizo is the Secret to Bolder Bolognese," 24 May 2018 Add the potato, shrimp, chorizo, onion, garlic and green pepper. — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, "Potato, shrimp and chorizo hash is a spicy delight," 20 May 2018 Try the biscuits and gravy with chorizo, sweet corn and sunny side up eggs ($14) or the Belgian waffle with honey butter and peach jam ($9) in addition to multiple mimosas ($10 each), but those go without saying, right? — Audrey Gorden, RedEye Chicago, "Chicago date idea: Green City Market then brunch," 1 Sep. 2017 Simmer, uncovered, until flavors meld and chorizo softens, about 25 minutes. 3. — Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, "Chorizo is the Secret to Bolder Bolognese," 24 May 2018 Old Major Market has been known to smother homemade biscuits in cheddar chorizo gravy. — Liz Biro, Indianapolis Star, "These are the best Indianapolis food and drink events in May," 23 Apr. 2018

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