Cooking chorizo, a spicy and flavorful sausage, requires careful attention to time and technique to achieve its optimal taste and texture. The duration of cooking depends on the specific type of chorizo, whether it is fresh, cured, or semi-cured, and the desired level of doneness.
Fresh chorizo, typically made from coarsely ground pork and seasoned with paprika and garlic, needs to be thoroughly cooked to ensure food safety. It should be cooked over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160F (71C) as measured with a meat thermometer.