Chorizo Sausage

Chorizo is a flavorful and versatile type of sausage that originated in the Iberian Peninsula (Spain and Portugal) but has spread to many different culinary traditions around the world. Here's a bit more about it:

Spanish Chorizo

• Ingredients: Spanish chorizo is typically made from coarsely chopped pork and pork fat, seasoned with garlic, pimentón (Spanish smoked paprika), and salt.

• Types: There are two main types of Spanish chorizo: fresh (chorizo fresco) and dried (chorizo curado). Fresh chorizo needs to be cooked, while dried chorizo is cured and can be eaten as is.

• Flavor: The pimentón gives Spanish chorizo its distinctive red color and smoky flavor. There are also sweet (dulce) and spicy (picante) varieties, depending on the type of paprika used.