Queso Fundido (melted cheese) with chorizo is one of those very popular snacks when you go to a steakhouse restaurant in Mexico. But it's also often a staple at family barbecues where meats are prepared on the grill, where the cheese is placed in a small metal or clay pan. to be melted on top of the grill along with some tortillas.
Queso Fundido is usually made with Manchego, or Chihuahua cheese; and it is usually an appetizer while you finish grilling the meat.
This the most common recipe for a queso fundido, but you can also find and try them with roasted poblano pepper strips, with epazote or sliced mushrooms. Without further ado, let's take a look at the recipe.
Ingredients
(Serves 6)
400gr of Chihuahua Cheese, shredded (You can substitute with Oaxaca Cheese or Manchego cheese)
150gr of chorizo
Vegetable oil (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Place a skillet over medium heat, add the oil if you are using it. Most chorizos have enough fat and don't need the vegetable oil.
Add the chorizo and cook, stirring frequently to cook evenly and keep it from sticking to the bottom. It will take about 6-7 minutes to cook.
Once cooked, place the chorizo on a paper towel to remove any excess fat.
Arrange the chorizo in an oven-safe dish, reserving 2 tablespoons for garnish when ready to serve.
Add the grated cheese over the chorizo and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Don't overcook it or it will have a chewy texture.
Remove it from the oven and place it on a heat-proof surface.
Serve with warm tortillas.
We recommend serving it with guacamole and your favorite salsa. Enjoy!
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