Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRiviera MayaChorizo 8oz Recipe

Chorizo 8oz Recipe

Inspired by Riviera Maya
Time30m
Serves4

Make Chorizo 8oz Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Vegetables

Spices and Seasonings

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Dice the red bell pepper and onion into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Slice the Chorizo

    Remove the casing from the chorizo sausage if necessary, and slice it into bite-sized pieces.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 4

    Cook the Chorizo

    Add the sliced chorizo to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.

  3. 5

    Add Vegetables

    Add the diced red bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet with the chorizo. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the vegetables are soft.

  4. 6

    Season the Mixture

    Sprinkle in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2 minutes to let the spices bloom.

Serving

  1. 7

    Garnish the Dish

    Remove the skillet from heat. Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the cooked chorizo and vegetable mixture. Squeeze lime juice over the top before serving.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Serve the chorizo mixture warm as a filling for tacos, burritos, or enjoy on its own!

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