(Soy) Chorizo Joes

Chorizo is awesome! Whether its meaty or not.

Chorizo is one of my favorite ingredients because it is a FLAVOR BOMB- spicing up the most boring of dishes.

Today, you're getting chorizo three ways. You lucky ducks!

I usually use soy chorizo, but the meaty version works just as well. It all starts with one recipe...

(Soy) Chorizo Joes

3/4- 1 whole package of crumbled soy (or meaty) chorizo
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 smaller onion, chopped
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1-3 tbsp water
Bread slices (or bun) & Toppings: fresh spinach, melted cheddar cheese

In your favorite large frying pan, use a bit of oil to get the onions and peppers going. Once, the onions have started to soften, toss in the chorizo. Let it cook through and get a little brown. (If you use the meaty chorizo, you'll want to drain out some of the fat with a spoon or on a paper towel.)
Add the tomato sauce and water. If the pan is drier, you may need some more water. The goal is to have a lightly saucy consistency.
Meanwhile, toast your bread slices or bun. I melted cheddar on one side and piled the other side high with spinach leaves. Just add your Joe and munch away! YUM!

I was cooking for myself, so I had leftovers. One big batch of (Soy) Chorizo Joes is so versatile because you can make...

Chori-chos

leftover (Soy) Chorizo Joes
tortilla chips
diced tomato
ripped spinach leaves (or lettuce)
shredded cheddar
plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
Toppings: if you have them- corn, salsa, hot sauce, or avocado would also be fabulous

These beautiful creatures can be created in the oven or in the microwave.

If you're making them in the oven: preheat the oven to 350. Arrange the tortilla chips on a sheet tray. Warm the (Soy) Chorizo Joes in the microwave and then sprinkle among the chips. Sprinkle on the cheese. Toss in the oven until the cheese is melty. Top with your favorite nacho toppings.
If you're making them in the microwave: arrange the tortilla chips on a microwave-safe plate. Warm the (Soy) Chorizo Joes in the microwave and then sprinkle among the chips. Sprinkle on the cheese. Toss in the microwave until the cheese is melty (about 30 seconds). Top with your favorite nacho toppings.

Definitely a GAME FAN favorite. Chori-chos are best friends with football games! GO STEELERS!
If you still have leftovers, like me, you can make breakfast too...

Breakfast Chori- toes

leftover (Soy) Chorizo Joes
diced potatoes (I used 3 small ones)
seasoned salt (or your favorite potato seasoning)
fresh spinach leaves
egg (cooked your favorite way)
plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
hot sauce, as always

In your favorite frying pan, use a little oil to get the potatoes going. The goal is to get them brownish and on their way to crispy town. Sprinkle in the seasoned salt and hang tight. The potatoes will take a few minutes. Toss them so they don't burn. Add some (Soy) Chorizo Joes and spinach leaves. Toss and then place on the lid to steam the spinach. Turn to low.
In a separate frying pan, cook your egg as you wish. Serve the egg on top of the potatoes and top with hot sauce and a tad of sour cream. YAY! YUM for your face.

I use soy chorizo for other dishes too, but that is for another day. For now, embrace chorizo for the FLAVOR BOMB that it is! Share something yummy with your favorite peeps.

xoxo Sam