Delve into a delightful plant-based twist on traditional chorizo with this mushroom chorizo recipe. Bursting with bold flavors and easy to prepare, this is the perfect addition to tacos, burritos, or any dish in need of a savory kick. Marinated overnight and cooked to perfection, it brings a deliciously rich and spicy taste to your table.
Ingredients:
🍄 5 cups chopped mushrooms
🍏 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
🌶️ 2 tablespoons chili powder
🌶️ 1 tablespoon paprika
🌶️ 1 teaspoon spicy chili flakes
🧄 2 teaspoons garlic powder
🧅 2 teaspoons onion powder
🧂 1 teaspoon kosher salt
⚫ 1 teaspoon black pepper
🌿 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
🌾 1/2 teaspoon cumin
🥄 1 teaspoon cooking oil or pork lard (for cooking)
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Marinate: In a large mixing bowl, combine 5 cups of chopped mushrooms with apple cider vinegar, chili powder, paprika, spicy chili flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, Mexican oregano, and cumin. Stir until the mushrooms are evenly coated with the marinade.
- Marination: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let it marinate overnight in the refrigerator to absorb all the flavors.
- Cooking:
- On the next day, heat 1 teaspoon of cooking oil or pork lard in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the marinated mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are well-cooked and the liquid has evaporated.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serving:
- Enjoy your mushroom chorizo as a filling in tacos, burritos, or as a topping for tortilla chips.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes (plus overnight marination)
Servings: Serves 4-6
Equipment: Large mixing bowl, plastic wrap (or lid), large skillet, spatula
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure even coating of the marinade on mushrooms for the best flavor.
- Using pork lard enhances the flavor but can be substituted with a plant-based oil for a vegetarian version.
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