Chorizo Gravy or Sauce

Transform your comfort food game with this rich and flavorful Chorizo Gravy or Sauce, a bold twist on classic Southern-style gravy. Made with savory ground chorizo sausage, this recipe incorporates a buttery roux, creamy whole milk, and a hint of paprika for a smoky depth of flavor. The rendered chorizo fat enhances every bite, while chicken or vegetable broth adds a subtle, savory undertone. Perfectly thickened in just 15 minutes, this versatile gravy pairs beautifully with fluffy biscuits, over eggs, drizzled on roasted vegetables, or as a finishing touch for breakfast and brunch dishes. Whether you're hosting a gathering or craving a hearty, comforting meal, this chorizo gravy is your new go-to.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz chorizo sausage (ground or removed from casing)
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 0 kosher salt (to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the cooked chorizo from the skillet and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it turns a light golden color.

Step 3

Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Then pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the cooked chorizo and its juices, paprika, ground black pepper, and salt to taste. Let the gravy simmer for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 5

Remove the gravy from heat and serve warm over biscuits, eggs, roasted vegetables, or your dish of choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1002.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1612.6

Total Fat 127.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 292.9mg	0%
Sodium 5027.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 74.3g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 678.5mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1718.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.9%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 10.7%