Description
This Spicy Chorizo Cheese Dip combines flavorful Mexican chorizo with creamy melted Monterey jack cheese and zesty diced tomatoes with green chiles, making it a perfect appetizer or snack for gatherings. The dip is rich, spicy, and cheesy, garnished with fresh green onions for a subtle crunch and color.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. Mexican chorizo
- 1 10 oz. can diced tomatoes with green chiles (like Rotel)
- 1 12 oz. can evaporated milk
- 12 oz. Monterey jack cheese, shredded
- 3 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the chorizo: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the Mexican chorizo until it is slightly crispy on the edges. If the chorizo releases a lot of fat, drain off all but a couple of tablespoons to retain flavor for the dip.
- Add diced tomatoes with green chiles: Drain the diced tomatoes thoroughly then add them to the skillet with the chorizo. Stir and cook until most of the moisture has evaporated, concentrating the flavors.
- Incorporate evaporated milk: Pour the evaporated milk into the skillet and stir well, heating the mixture through to combine the flavors evenly.
- Add the cheese: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture cool slightly so it remains warm but not too hot. Gradually add the shredded Monterey jack cheese, one handful at a time, stirring continuously until fully melted before adding the next handful.
- Finish and garnish: Once all the cheese has melted and blended into a smooth dip, turn off the heat. Garnish with sliced green onions for freshness and serve immediately with chips or your favorite dippers.
Notes
- Cheddar cheese can substitute Monterey jack but use mild or medium cheddar to prevent the cheese from breaking or separating.
- Use block cheese shredded by hand rather than pre-shredded for better melting and texture.
- If the chorizo is too fatty, carefully drain excess fat but leave some for flavor.
- Serve warm for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Leftovers can be gently reheated on low heat, stirring frequently to maintain smoothness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
