Jul 14 2026

Chorizo Chimi Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Cheese, chorizo, red rice, refried beans queso blanco, crema, pico, fresh jalapeno.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Chorizo

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the chorizo. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until fully browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Red Rice

    In a separate pot, cook the red rice according to package instructions. Typically, you will need to rinse the rice, then add 2 cups of water for every cup of rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until water is absorbed.

  3. 3

    Heat the Refried Beans

    In a small saucepan, heat the refried beans over low heat, stirring occasionally until warm. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Queso Blanco

    In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the queso blanco for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until melted and smooth. Stir in between heating to ensure even consistency.

  5. 5

    Slice the Jalapeno

    Wash the jalapeno, remove the stem, and slice it thinly. You can remove the seeds if you prefer less heat.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Layer the Ingredients

    On a serving plate or in a bowl, start with a base of the cooked red rice. Add a generous scoop of refried beans on one side.

  2. 7

    Add Chorizo and Toppings

    Next, add the cooked chorizo on top of the rice. Drizzle the melted queso blanco over the chorizo. Top with a dollop of crema and a generous portion of pico de gallo.

  3. 8

    Finish with Jalapeno

    Finally, garnish with the sliced fresh jalapeno for added flavor and spice. Serve immediately.

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