Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMezcalQueso Fundido Recipe

Queso Fundido Recipe

Inspired by Mezcal
Time30m
Serves4

Melted cheese served with tortillas.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Mixture

Tortillas

Garnish

Method

Preparing the Cheese Mixture

  1. 1

    Cook the Chorizo

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo until it's browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to break it apart.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Jalapeño and Garlic

    While the chorizo is cooking, finely chop the jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for less heat) and mince the garlic cloves.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the Chihuahua cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, cooked chorizo, chopped jalapeño, and minced garlic. Mix until well combined.

Cooking the Queso Fundido

  1. 4

    Melt the Cheese

    Transfer the cheese mixture to an oven-safe skillet or a baking dish. Place it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Preparing the Tortillas

  1. 5

    Warm the Tortillas

    While the cheese is melting, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or until they are soft and pliable.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the Queso Fundido

    Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove it from the oven. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately with warm corn tortillas and lime wedges on the side.

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