Queso Fundido with Chorizo
Queso fundido with chorizo is the ultimate cheesy, savory appetizer that brings bold flavors to any gathering. This sizzling dish combines melty cheese with smoky, spiced chorizo for a rich and indulgent dip that’s perfect for scooping up with warm tortillas or crispy chips. Whether you’re hosting a party, celebrating game day, or just craving something comforting, this queso fundido is a must-make!
No party or BBQ is complete without a skillet of queso fundido served hot and bubbly, ready or everyone to dig in. You won’t be able to resist this molten cheese when it comes out of the oven. If you do it right, everyone digs in while it’s hot and it’s gone in a few minutes. The perfect appetizer!
What Cheeses are in Queso Fundido?
You might be wondering what is the correct type of cheese to use in queso fundido. The answer is any Mexican melting cheese you can find. The typical cheeses used are a blend of Oaxaca, Panela, Asadero, and Chihuahua. I use a queso blanco that I find at WinCo that is specifically for making queso fundido.
I know it can be difficult to find Mexican cheeses in all parts of the world, so you might have to do some substitutions, but I can tell you that the Mexican cheeses listed above are better than any substitute you can use, so stick with those if you can. Otherwise, you can use any cheese that melts well, like Mozzarella or Monterey Jack, even swiss or Emmenthal, though now you’re getting into fondue territory.
Helpful Tips
- You don’t have to serve this only with tortilla chips. I like to serve it with a few veggies on the side too for those who don’t eat chips. You can also scoop it up with tortillas or spoon it onto your tacos or nachos.
- Remember that the pan is really hot when you take it out of the oven, which can burn an unsuspecting guest. So be sure to warn everyone not to touch the bowl and wrap any handles so no one is tempted to reach for the hot handle.
- You don’t want to overcook the cheese or it will become hard and rubbery. You want to cook it just to the point where the center is bubbling, the outside edge is starting to get a bit crispy, but brown bubbles are not forming on the top. It’s a little bit of an art. If you take it out too soon, it will be too hard to scoop. Just put it back in and wait.
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Queso Fundido with Chorizo
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Mexican chorizo casing removed
- 2 cups Oaxacan cheese
- 1/4 cup Pico de Gallo optional
- 1 bag tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F(175°C).
- In a pan over medium heat, cook the chorizo until browned. Drain the chorizo on a paper towel to remove excess grease.
- Transfer half of the chorizo to an oven safe dish. Cover with the cheese. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until melted and bubbly. Remove from the oven. Top with the remaining chorizo and Pico de Gallo, if desired.
- Serve with tortilla chips for dipping.
