mezzomediChorizo
Iberian sausage with pimentón, smoked, fatty, and spicy, releasing a rich red oil.
Chorizo is an Iberian cured sausage made from pork spiced with paprika, offering a rich, smoky, and slightly spicy flavor. Its firm and slightly granular texture makes it ideal in thin slices or roasted. It is a staple of Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine, bringing depth and character to dishes.
Best pairings
Paprika Classic88%The spice of chorizo itself, an essential foundational pairing.
Garlic Classic88%Aromatic foundation for traditional chorizo-tomato-garlic dishes.
Tomato Classic88%Mediterranean trinity with garlic, classic tomato sauce flavor.
Piquillo pepper Classic86%Roasted piquillo with chorizo, an excellent Spanish pairing.
Red bell pepper Aroma bridge83%Red bell pepper and chorizo, a smoky and sweet Iberian duo.
Smoked paprika Classic83%Smoked paprika in chorizo, the Iberian signature.
Chickpea Classic82%Chorizo and chickpeas in cocido and stews.
Potato Classic82%Chorizo and potatoes, coated in red oil.
Egg Classic81%Chorizo and egg, huevos rotos.
Green bell pepper Aroma bridge80%Green bell pepper and chorizo, the smoky spice balances bitterness.
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FAQ
What goes with chorizo?
Chorizo pairs especially well with paprika, garlic, tomato, piquillo pepper and red bell pepper. The spice of chorizo itself, an essential foundational pairing.
What can I substitute for chorizo?
If you don't have it, try: dry sausage, merguez, pancetta.