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Savory Queso Fundido with Spicy Chorizo

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A quick and easy cheesy dip combining melty Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheeses with spicy Mexican-style chorizo, perfect for entertaining or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces spicy Mexican-style fresh chorizo, casings removed
  • 1 cup shredded Oaxaca cheese (about 100 g)
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (about 100 g)
  • ½ medium white onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the ingredients: remove chorizo from casing and crumble it; shred Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheeses; dice onion; mince garlic; finely chop jalapeño if using.
  3. Heat olive oil over medium heat in an oven-safe skillet. Add crumbled chorizo and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned and fragrant. Remove excess fat if necessary.
  4. Add diced onion, garlic, and jalapeño to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes until onion softens and mixture is aromatic, avoiding burning the garlic.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Evenly sprinkle shredded Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheeses over the chorizo mixture. Gently stir to combine but leave some cheese on top for browning.
  6. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned on edges.
  7. Remove skillet from oven carefully. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and sprinkle chopped cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately with warm tortillas, tortilla chips, or rustic bread.

Notes

Bring cheese to room temperature before shredding for better melting. Cook chorizo over medium heat to keep spices lively and avoid drying out. Watch cheese closely during baking to prevent overbaking and rubbery texture. Jalapeño seeds can be removed for milder heat. The chorizo mixture can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.

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Keywords: queso fundido, spicy chorizo, cheese dip, Mexican appetizer, easy recipe, party food, comfort food

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