Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 ounce

fresh chorizo

casing removed

0.5 unit

yellow onion

large

8 ounce

dinosaur kale

1 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

2 ounce

feta cheese

0.25 cup

whole milk yogurt

1 tsp

Sriracha

1 tsp

red wine vinegar

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

Step 1
~2 min

Remove chorizo from casing.

Step 2
~2 min

Place chorizo in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Break up the sausage as it cooks.

Step 4
~2 min

Sauté chorizo until cooked through, about 15 minutes.

Step 5
~2 min

Remove chorizo from pan and set aside.

Step 6
~2 min

Discard all but one teaspoon of the grease from the pan.

Step 7
~2 min

Place chopped onion in the same pan.

Step 8
~2 min

Sauté until fragrant and brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 9
~2 min

Remove the stem from the middle of the kale.

Step 10
~2 min

Coarsely chop the remaining kale leaves.

Step 11
~2 min

Add chopped kale to the pan with the onion.

Step 12
~2 min

Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 13
~2 min

Stir to combine, ensuring kale is coated with oil.

Step 14
~2 min

Cook until the kale is bright green and begins to wilt.

Step 15
~2 min

Cover the pan with a lid for 5-10 minutes until kale softens.

Step 16
~2 min

Remove from heat and add chorizo.

Step 17
~2 min

Allow mixture to cool slightly.

Step 18
~2 min

In a food processor, add the kale chorizo mixture.

Step 19
~2 min

Add the feta, yogurt, Sriracha and red wine vinegar.

Step 20
~2 min

Mix until combined.

Step 21
~2 min

Serve immediately or chill for later.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust Sriracha to taste for desired heat level.

For a smoother spread, add more yogurt.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with toasted baguette slices.

Use as a spread for sandwiches or wraps.

Serve as a dip with vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Seared scallops
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain/Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Sharing plates/Tapas

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday gatherings
Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Game Day

Popularity Score

65/100

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