Chorizo

Savor the bold flavors of homemade chorizo, a spicy sausage crafted from fresh pork and aromatic spices. Perfect for weekend brunch or adding a kick to your favorite dishes, this recipe is a must-try for any meat lover.

• 500 g fresh pork meat
• 150 g pork fat
• 25 g sea salt
• 15 g smoked paprika
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 m hog casings

Method

1. 1

   Soak the hog casings in cold water for at least 30 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the minced pork meat, pork fat, sea salt, smoked paprika, minced garlic, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Mix the meat mixture thoroughly until well combined. You can use your hands or a meat mixer.

4. 4

   Stuff the meat mixture into the prepared hog casings, twisting them into links of your desired size.

5. 5

   Tie off the ends of the casings securely and prick the sausages with a needle to release air.

6. 6

   Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook the chorizo links for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.

7. 7

   Serve hot with crusty bread or as part of a tapas spread.