Mexican Queso Fundido with Chorizo

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 ounces Mexican chorizo, casings removed
• 1 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups Oaxaca cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 pinch salt

• 12 pieces corn tortillas, warmed
• 1 cup salsa, your choice

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   In a medium skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the chorizo, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
3. 03
   Add the chopped onion to the chorizo and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
4. 04
   In a large oven-safe dish, evenly spread the cooked chorizo and onion mixture.
5. 05
   Top the chorizo mixture with the shredded Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheeses.
6. 06
   Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
7. 07
   Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and drizzle with lime juice.
8. 08
   Season with a pinch of salt to taste.
9. 09
   Serve hot with warm corn tortillas and salsa on the side for dipping.