Chorizo Bites in Sweet Spicy Sauce

Unleash golden chorizo bites swimming in a sweet, spicy sauce with corn, beans, and tomatoes—but what's the secret ingredient for this almost-too-easy appetizer?

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Craving bold flavors and effortless cooking? Get ready to meet your new favorite appetizer: chorizo bites bathed in a sweet and spicy sauce so addictive, they'll vanish in minutes.

This vibrant combination of golden chorizo, sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes practically begs to be devoured—are you ready to indulge?

About This Recipe

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You're gonna love this recipe—it's terrific for scooping up with chips and flat bread, or serving over grilled chicken or fish! Try it once, and you'll understand why I call this a PIG OUT SALSA—because it's so addictive!

I'm telling you, the flavors are out of this world. We're talking a quick and easy win! The dressing? Kept super simple. Why, you ask? Because the pan juices from the cooked chorizo get tossed through the whole thing—flavor explosion! The addition of chili to the recipe is optional for heat.

You can even try this salsa over a simple piece of grilled protein (I'm partial to fish and chicken). Also, it is really something with chips, flatbread pieces, or even on toast with eggs. Yes, eggs! Leftovers will keep for about 3 days. It's also a good one for making ahead, so you can lightly reheat it to liquify any solidified fat (yum!) and serve at room temperature.

Ingredients Needed

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Grab 1 teaspoon of olive oil and 250–300 grams (that's about 8–10 ounces) of chorizo—make sure it's the cured kind, like salami, not the raw sausage type, okay? You'll also need one minced garlic clove; don't skip it – garlic is life!

Next, scoop up one cup of corn kernels; canned or raw, your call! Then, grab one cup of canned black beans that have been drained, please. Don't forget the cherry tomatoes—250 grams, quartered. Normal tomatoes are fine, too!

And now, for the final fresh touches: half of a red onion, finely chopped; plus, a quarter cup of yummy finely chopped cilantro leaves. So far, so good, right? For a sweeter flavor, you could even consider a tomato and sugar based sauce.

For the dressing, you will need 1 1/2 Tbsp of white wine vinegar, 2 1/2 Tbsp of olive oil, 2 tsp of white sugar, and 1/4 tsp each of salt and pepper. Now, let's get cooking!

Recipe Instructions

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Now that we've got all our stuff ready, let's turn this into something yummy! First, chop your chorizo into small bites to have this dish ready to roll.

Next, heat one teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the minced garlic and chorizo, and cook for about 4-5 minutes, until it's golden brown all over. Oh, that smell is going to be amazing! Then, set it aside to cool – don't let it get too cold, because, ya know, the oil will harden.

Shake together the dressing ingredients in a jar until combined. That's 1.5 tablespoons of white wine vinegar, 2.5 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 teaspoons of sugar, and a quarter teaspoon each of salt and pepper.

Grab a bowl and throw in the beans, tomatoes, corn, onion, and coriander. Pour the chorizo, including all that flavorful oil from the pan, and the dressing over the top. Toss it, and you're ready!

Serving Suggestions

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I have to say, there are so many fun ways I can gobble this up! This isn't just a tasty snack – it's a versatile flavor bomb.

For starters, you can serve these chorizo bites as a dip. Grab some sturdy tortilla chips, pita bread, or even veggie sticks. Get ready for a satisfying crunch! Also, I recommend you to try these chorizo bites with:

  1. Grilled protein – chicken or fish are my go-to choices.
  2. Toast – top it with eggs for a surefire way to give more punch to your breakfast.
  3. Frittata – mixing it in frittatas is another excellent choice!

Don't be shy. Trust me—you can adapt this tasty recipe into a lot of other dishes. I know you can do it because this is incredibly delicious and easy. Now that's a win-win!

Short Recipe Version

Chorizo Bites in Sweet Spicy Sauce

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

1 lb Chorizo sausage, sliced

1/2 cup Brown sugar

1/4 cup Chili sauce

1 tbsp Soy sauce

1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar

1 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a skillet, brown chorizo slices over medium heat.
  2. Add brown sugar, chili sauce, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar to the skillet.
  3. Stir well to combine and coat the chorizo.
  4. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  5. Stir in red pepper flakes, if desired.
  6. Serve hot.

Nutrition Information (per serving):

Calories: 350 (estimated)

Protein: 15g (estimated)

Fat: 25g (estimated)

Carbohydrates: 15g (estimated)