Queso Fundido Con Chorizo
Queso fundido means “molten cheese,” and you’ll sometimes find this dish listed on menus as queso flameado, or “flamed cheese.” It’s essentially broiled white cheese that gets its name from literally being on fire in a cast-iron dish. Usually, you’ll see it cooked with chorizo, shrimp, mushrooms, or poblano peppers. I love its stringy quality and how it expands as you pull it away from the dish. I’m pretty sure some recipes use mozzarella cheese, which is a good option for that stretchy effect, but I like Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheeses for their flavor. This dish is best served with flour tortillas.Makes 2 cups
- 6 ounces Mexican (fresh) chorizo, crumbled
- 8 ounces Chihuahua cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Oaxaca cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
- (6-inch) flour or corn tortillas, store-bought or homemade, for serving
