The Ultimate Queso and Chorizo Dip Recipe: Creamy, Spicy, and Irresistible!
What I love most? How easy it is to make while still loaded with bold, comforting flavors that everyone loves. Whether it’s for game day, a casual gathering, or just a cozy night in, this dip never fails to impress, because who can resist dipping into a warm, cheesy bowl of goodness?
Queso and Chorizo Dip
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
- Ingredients:
- 1 cup grated white cheddar chees
- 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 ounces ground chorizo
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
- ½ tablespoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- pinch red pepper flakes, (optional)
- half and half or milk, if needed, to thin out the sauce
- tortilla chips
- squeeze of fresh lime juice, optional
- Optional Toppings:
- cilantro, jalapeños, green onions and/or tomatoes, for garnish
Add the grated cheese to a bowl with the cornstarch and toss to coat. Set aside. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium skillet, over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté with the onions for an additional 20-30 seconds, making sure that the garlic does not burn.
Add the evaporated milk to the pan with the onion mixture and simmer over medium-low heat. Add the diced green chiles, the reserved chorizo, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if desired, and stir to combine. Add the cheeses to the cream mixture, in batches, and whisk until you have a smooth and creamy consistency, approximately 7-8 minutes. You can add a little half-and-half or milk, to thin out the sauce, if needed.
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and garnish with toppings of choice. Serve immediately with a side of tortilla chips. Enjoy!
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