Homemade Mexican Chorizo Sausage

Culinary Setting
Home
Meal Type
Main Course, Entrée, Side Dish
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30 MIN

About this Dish

A dish straight from Mexico just happens to be the perfect meal prep hack! This Homemade Mexican Turkey Chorizo Sausage is a tasty addition to tacos, bowls, nachos, wraps or anything else that needs a little kick in the flavor department! Earthy spices such as cumin, coriander and cinnamon add complex flavor without making things too spicy.

Pro Tip: Make sure the sausage mixture remains very cold! Use a chilled metal bowl and freeze for 10 minutes before and after mixing. If you’re making links, chill any attachments for the stuffer before use.

Servings
4
Cuisine
Mexican
Cooking Style
Grill, Pan Fry
Product
Ground Turkey
Dish Type
Sausage

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey, cold

2 tsp dried crushed red pepper

1 tsp fresh minced garlic

1/2 tsp ground coriander

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp salt

1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Directions

In a chilled bowl, combine all ingredients, stirring to combine.

Cover and refrigerate 6 to 8 hours to allow flavors to permeate.

May be formed into patties, links or crumbled for use in burritos, tacos, salads or in a spicy breakfast presentation with eggs and salsa.

To cook patties or links:

Spray a non-stick frying pan with cooking spray.

Add chorizo sausage and cook over medium heat, turning as necessary, until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Note: Uncooked sausage may be stored in refrigerator up to 2 days or in freezer for up to 1 month.