Savory Queso Blanco with Spicy Chorizo
A creamy, melty queso blanco cheese dip combined with spicy Mexican-style chorizo, perfect for game days, potlucks, or cozy snacks. This easy homemade dip blends smoky, spicy flavors with a smooth texture for a crowd-pleasing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) queso blanco cheese, shredded
- 6 oz (170 g) fresh spicy Mexican-style chorizo, uncooked
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon (14 g) butter
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lime juice (optional)
Instructions
- Remove the casing from the chorizo and crumble it into a preheated medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and crispy. Drain excess fat if greasy, keeping a little for flavor.
- Add butter to the skillet with the cooked chorizo. Toss in chopped onion, garlic, and jalapeño (if using). Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, gently warm the heavy cream until hot but not boiling (around 160°F / 70°C).
- Gradually add shredded queso blanco to the warm cream, stirring constantly with a silicone spatula until fully melted and smooth, about 5 minutes.
- Carefully stir the chorizo and sautéed aromatics into the melted cheese mixture. Add ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Keep heat low to prevent cheese from separating. Stir until well combined and heated through for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh lime juice if using. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, warm pita, or fresh veggies.
Notes
If queso blanco is unavailable, substitute with Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and plant-based cheese alternatives. Reheat gently with a splash of cream or milk to loosen if dip thickens. Avoid high heat to keep texture smooth. Large cheese chunks may clump; shred finely for best melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ½ cup (120 g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 17
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 14
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