Biscuits and Chorizo Gravy offers a delightful variation of the traditional Southern breakfast dish. By incorporating spicy Mexican chorizo, this recipe adds a rich, savory depth to the creamy gravy, making it a perfect choice for brunch or breakfast-for-dinner occasions. The combination of flaky biscuits topped with a hearty, flavorful gravy is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients

• For the Biscuits:
  
  

  • 10 biscuits (store-bought or homemade)
    
    

• For the Chorizo Gravy:
  
  

  • 2 (9-ounce) tubes of Cacique pork chorizo (Mexican-style)
    
    

  • ½ medium white or yellow onion, finely diced
    
    

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    
    

  • 2½ cups whole milk
    
    

  • Salt and pepper, to taste
    
    

Note: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with 1½ tablespoons of cornstarch.

Directions

1. Prepare the Biscuits:
   
   

   • Bake the biscuits according to package instructions or your preferred homemade recipe.
     
     

2. Cook the Chorizo:
   
   

   • While the biscuits are baking, heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
     
     

   • Add the chorizo to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula.
     
     

   • Once the chorizo begins to brown, add the diced onions and cook for about 7 minutes until the chorizo is fully cooked and the onions are softened.
     
     

3. Prepare the Gravy:
   
   

   • Stir in the flour and cook for an additional minute, stirring occasionally.
     
     

   • Reduce the heat to medium-low and gradually add the whole milk, stirring constantly.
     
     

   • Simmer the mixture for 5–7 minutes, stirring often, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
     
     

   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
     
     

4. Assemble and Serve:
   
   

   • Ladle the chorizo gravy over the warm biscuits.
     
     

   • Serve immediately and enjoy!
     
     

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 400 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 20g
  
  

• Fat: 25g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 30g
  
  

• Fiber: 1g
  
  

• Sugar: 4g