chorizo
noun
cho·ri·zo
chə-ˈrē-(ˌ)zō 
-(ˌ)sō
plural chorizos
: a seasoned, coarsely ground, pork sausage
a
: a spicy or sweet ground pork sausage that is seasoned especially with smoked paprika, is used chiefly in Spanish cooking, and is typically sold dried and cured in casings
b
: a spicy ground pork sausage that is seasoned with chili powder and other spices (such as cumin or garlic), is used chiefly in Mexican cooking, and is typically sold uncooked either loose or in casings
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The 3,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor restaurant serves dry-aged steaks, along with Argentine specialties like paisa chorizo, scallops tiradito and bife de lomo.
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Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2025
The restaurateur cares deeply about spiced sausage (always great to be among like-minded people) and that is evident in his chorizo empanada.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Their weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. is a highlight, featuring items like chorizo migas, pimento grilled cheese and bubbly.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
While the peppers are roasting, chop the chorizo into ¼-inch pieces and measure out 1½ cups; then set aside.
—Randy Graham, Oc Register, 3 June 2025
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Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2025
The restaurateur cares deeply about spiced sausage (always great to be among like-minded people) and that is evident in his chorizo empanada.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Their weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. is a highlight, featuring items like chorizo migas, pimento grilled cheese and bubbly.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
While the peppers are roasting, chop the chorizo into ¼-inch pieces and measure out 1½ cups; then set aside.
—Randy Graham, Oc Register, 3 June 2025
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“Chorizo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chorizo. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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