Chorizo Taco Filling
We brought some heat to this homemade chorizo. This easy Mexican taco filling whips up quickly for a quick weeknight meal. Top with our Patio Pico de Gallo or your favourite salsas and sauces.
Storage time: 2 - 3 in the refrigerator.
Yield: Makes 4 tacos
April 27, 2021
Chorizo Taco Filling
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1/2 lb (250 g) lean ground pork
- 1/2 tsp ground fennel
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1-2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a medium frypan. Add ground pork and cook over medium heat, stirring to break up pork, about 5 minutes.
- Add fennel, chili flakes, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic and water. Reduce heat to medium. Cook until meat is browned and completely cooked through and water has evaporated, about 10 minutes
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Nutritional analysis per taco:
107 calories, 6.4 g fat, 12 g protein, 0.9 g carbohydrate, 0.3 g fibre, 33 mg sodium
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Tip: This recipe can be doubled to make 8 tacos.