Chorizo

Chorizo is a spicy pork sausage originally from Spain and Portugal. Chorizo is also popular in Latin America. The main spice used in the preparation of chorizo is paprika, which gives the sausage its typical taste and reddish color. In Latin American countries, hot chili peppers are often used instead of paprika. Meat for minced meat is usually chopped into large pieces, but in some regions it is finely ground. Chorizo is served as an appetizer, grilled, added to main dishes, sandwiches are cooked.