chorizo
noun
cho·ri·zo
chə-ˈrē-(ˌ)zō 
-(ˌ)sō
plural chorizos
: a seasoned, coarsely ground, pork sausage
a
: a spicy or sweet ground pork sausage that is seasoned especially with smoked paprika, is used chiefly in Spanish cooking, and is typically sold dried and cured in casings
b
: a spicy ground pork sausage that is seasoned with chili powder and other spices (such as cumin or garlic), is used chiefly in Mexican cooking, and is typically sold uncooked either loose or in casings
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Machete Azteca offers 14 different types of huaraches, including pollo asado, chorizo, steak and al pastor.
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David Ulloa Jr, The Arizona Republic, 12 July 2024
But in my mind, this was merely a prelude to the main event: a decadent tasting of Ibérico ham, chorizo, and other charcuterie, paired with Osborne Sherry and organic caviar produced by Ríofrío.
—Sofia Perez, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2024
The next day at the stadium, the Milwaukee Brewers Racing Sausages face off to determine how the teams will serve: hot dog is fastest, followed by Polish sausage, Italian sausage, chorizo, and bratwurst.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 May 2024
Choose between a starter of chorizo, potatoes and feta or goat cheese toast with bacon, mixed greens and lemon honey.
—Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 18 June 2024
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David Ulloa Jr, The Arizona Republic, 12 July 2024
But in my mind, this was merely a prelude to the main event: a decadent tasting of Ibérico ham, chorizo, and other charcuterie, paired with Osborne Sherry and organic caviar produced by Ríofrío.
—Sofia Perez, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2024
The next day at the stadium, the Milwaukee Brewers Racing Sausages face off to determine how the teams will serve: hot dog is fastest, followed by Polish sausage, Italian sausage, chorizo, and bratwurst.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 May 2024
Choose between a starter of chorizo, potatoes and feta or goat cheese toast with bacon, mixed greens and lemon honey.
—Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 18 June 2024
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“Chorizo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chorizo. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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