Chorizo Biscuits and Gravy
Chorizo Biscuits and Gravy is a delicious fusion of American Southern comfort food with Spanish and Mexican flavors. It features fluffy, buttery homemade biscuits topped with a rich, creamy gravy made from spicy chorizo sausage.
Ingredients
Biscuits
- 2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
- 1/4 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 stick Unsalted Butter
- 3/4 cup Buttermilk
- 1/2 cup Green Onions
Gravy
- 1 pound Chorizo Sausage
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 1/2 cups Whole Milk
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
Make the Biscuits
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
- Add the shredded cold butter to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Make a well in the center and pour in 3/4 cup buttermilk. Gently fold in 1/2 cup chopped green onions if using. Mix until just combined to form a dough.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it 3-4 times. Pat or roll out the dough to about 1-inch thickness and cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter.
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet, lightly brush the tops with additional buttermilk, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Cook the Chorizo
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb chorizo until fully browned and crumbly, about 10-15 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Make the Gravy
- Sprinkle 1/4 cup flour over the cooked chorizo in the skillet. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in 2.5 cups whole milk, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Bring to a simmer.
- Add 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency, stirring frequently.
Assemble
- Split the warm biscuits in half and place them on plates. Generously spoon the chorizo gravy over each biscuit.
- Sprinkle with extra green onions or your favorite herbs for added flavor and color.