Queso Fundido with Chorizo
This Mexican appetizer combines melty cheese, spicy chorizo, and fresh toppings to create the ultimate party dip. Perfect for sharing with warm corn tortillas!
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 cups Oaxaca or Chihuahua cheese shredded
- 1 cup Chorizo sausage crumbled
- 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
- 1 medium jalapeño sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare and chop all ingredients.
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat; cook chorizo until browned.
- Add onions and jalapeños; sauté until soft.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; spread shredded cheese evenly over the mixture.
- Cover skillet and melt cheese for 5–7 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately with warm corn tortillas.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit the chorizo or use a plant-based alternative. You can also experiment with different cheeses or add toppings like tomatoes and mushrooms.
