Bison or Lamb Chorizo Nachos

Chorizo is a type of pork sausage that is popular in Spain and Mexico. This recipe substitutes healthy lamb or bison for the pork, reducing the fat by more than half without sacrificing flavor or versatility. I promise this sausage is worth the work.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 5

Servings: 1

Course: Snack

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 1325

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Homemade Chorizo (makes 16 ounces)
1 pound lean bison, lean lamb, or lean grass-fed beef, well ground
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon old-fashioned oats (do not use instant or quick)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons egg
1/4 cup chili powder
2 teaspoons freshly minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
Extra virgin olive oil spray

Nachos

1 ounce all-natural whole grain baked tortilla chips (about a good handful)
1/2 cup organic black beans (if canned, use no-salt-added, rinsed and drained)
2 tablespoons all-natural salsa con queso, heated
1/4 cup well-drained fresh pico de gallo or fresh salsa
1 tablespoon finely chopped whole scallions

Method

Prepare the Chorizo

Combine the oats, vinegar, and egg in a medium bowl. Allow to stand for 3 minutes, or until the oats begin to soften.
Add the chili powder, garlic, oregano, and salt. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
Using your clean hands or a fork, mix in the meat until well combined. Transfer the mixture to a resealable container and refrigerate at least 24 hours before using.

Make the Nachos

Heat a small skillet over medium heat. When hot, spray lightly with olive oil spray. Add the chorizo. Cook, breaking into large chunks, for 1 or 2 minutes, or until the meat is no longer pink.
Arrange the chips on a large dinner plate or small platter. Top evenly with the black beans, then 2 1/2 ounces of the chorizo.
Drizzle the salsa con queso evenly. Top with pico de gallo or fresh salsa and scallions.

Nutrition

Calories: 1325kcalCarbohydrates: 102gProtein: 122gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 384mgSodium: 3560mgPotassium: 3307mgFiber: 33gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 18306IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 510mgIron: 28mg

Notes

Bison is lower in calories and unhealthy fat than pork, and leaner than beef. It is packed with B vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and CLA. Don’t have a local, inexpensive source for bison? Use lean leg of lamb or a good grass-fed beef.

High in selenium and vitamin A.

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Bison or Lamb Chorizo Nachos