Meaning & use
chorizo
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A spicy, seasoned pork sausage originating in Spain and Portugal, also popular in Latin American cuisine.
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She sliced the chorizo thinly and fried it until crisp.
The paella was studded with chunks of smoky chorizo.
A note on using this word
Spanish chorizo is typically cured and smoked, while Mexican chorizo is usually fresh and must be cooked before eating.
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sausage
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