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Spicy Chorizo and Avocado Crema Crostini
Meat & PoultryIntermediate20 min

Spicy Chorizo and Avocado Crema Crostini

A vibrant and flavorful appetizer that pays homage to Mexican cuisine. The crispy baguette is topped with a creamy, cool avocado spread, a sprinkle of salty cotija cheese, and a kick of spicy, crumbled chorizo. This crostini is a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and crunch.

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Ingredients

  • French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
  • tablespoons olive oil
  • oz Mexican chorizo, casing removed
  • ripe avocado
  • tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
  • tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • tablespoons crumbled cotija cheese
  • tablespoon finely chopped cilantro for garnish

Prep Steps

  1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and toast for 8 minutes
  2. 2minutes until golden and crisp.
  3. 3While the bread toasts, cook the chorizo in a small skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully cooked and crispy. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  4. 4In a small bowl, mash the avocado with sour cream, lime juice, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. 5Spread a generous layer of the avocado crema onto each toasted crostini.
  6. 6Top the crema with a small amount of the crumbled chorizo and a sprinkle of cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

Pair this spicy, rich crostini with a crisp, slightly off-dry Riesling or a Mexican lager to cut through the heat and complement the rich avocado and chorizo flavors.

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