Smoky Chorizo Aioli Dip recipe

Name: Smoky Chorizo Aioli Dip
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish-inspired
Ingredients: 150g Chorizo Sausages; 120g Mayonnaise; 60g Cheese; 1 tbsp Condiment; 1 tsp Smoked Paprika; 1 clove Garlic; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice; 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley; 1 pinch Salt; 1 pinch Black Pepper

A rich, smoky sharing dip with crisp chorizo folded through a creamy, cheesy base. It is ideal with breadsticks, crackers or warm flatbreads for a bold, savoury snack.

15 min · Easy · Spanish-inspired Jump to method

Ingredients

4 servings

150g Chorizo Sausages
120g Mayonnaise
60g Cheese
1 tbsp Condiment
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1 clove Garlic
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tbsp Fresh Parsley
1 pinch Salt
1 pinch Black Pepper

Nutrition	Per serving
Calories	309 kcal
Protein	9.5 g
Carbohydrates	2.8 g
Fat	28.4 g
Saturated fat	8.7 g
Fibre	0.4 g
Sugar	1.2 g
Sodium	620 mg

Why this works

A rich, energy-dense dip that is high in fat and salt, with modest protein but little fibre or carbohydrate.

Chorizo and salt content. Chorizo and the added pinch of salt make this dip relatively high in sodium, which is worth considering for blood pressure management.

Saturated fat from mayonnaise and cheese. Mayonnaise, cheese and chorizo contribute a high amount of saturated fat, so this is best enjoyed in small portions.

Small antioxidant boost. Garlic, smoked paprika, parsley and lemon juice provide small amounts of vitamin C and antioxidant compounds, though the recipe remains nutrient-dense overall.

Method

Slice the chorizo sausages into small cubes and fry in a dry frying pan over a medium heat until the fat renders and the pieces are crisp.
Tip the chorizo onto kitchen paper, then allow it to cool for 2 minutes.
Stir the mayonnaise, grated cheese and a spoonful of condiment together in a bowl until well combined.
Fold through the chorizo, keeping a little back for the top if you like.
Spoon into a serving bowl and serve immediately, or chill for 10 minutes for a firmer dip.

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