Spicy Beer Queso with Chorizo and Black Beans.
I wish I could show you more pictures of this dip. BUT. We ate it.
Way too quickly.
It surprisingly wasn’t a one day process. I made it and we ate it that afternoon (we, meaning only two of us and a little bit of my husband but not enough to make a dent) with nearly an entire bag of chips. So adultlike.
It was fabulous. What a story.
Then last night (after a big walk… like, exercise) ā¦ we did it again.
Reheated it with extra beer.
And finished it.
Yep.
Spicy Beer Queso with Chorizo and Black Beans
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound chorizo
- 1 large shallot, diced
- 1 small jalapeƱo, seeded and diced
- 1/2 red pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups of your favorite beer
- 1 (8-ounce) block of cream cheese, softened
- 12 ounces of white cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- 1 cup of black beans
- sliced scallions + cilantro for topping
Instructions
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Remove any casing from the chorizo and add to the skillet, using a wooden spoon to break apart the sausage until it is in crumbles. Cook until the fat is rendered and the sausage appears to be cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel to drain. At this time, I used another paper towel and just wiped out the excess inside the skillet.
- Keep the heat under the skillet around medium-low and add olive oil, peppers, shallot and garlic with a pinch of salt. Stir well to coat. Let cook until softened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn the heat up to medium and add beer. After a few minutes, stir in softened cream cheese and continue stirring until it’s melted. At first it will look crumbly and separated, but it will melt! Once it is creamy, add in the white cheddar, stirring again until melted and reducing the heat to low. Stir in the black beans and sausage, then remove from heat and serve immediately. Top with scallions and cilantro if desired.
- This stays creamy for a good while but like any queso, will seize up after time as it cools. If you can sit it over heat (like in a fondue pot) it will be perfect (with a stir every now and then) but otherwise, it reheats beautifully in the microwave with some additional liquid (beer, water, broth, etc)!
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92 Comments on “Spicy Beer Queso with Chorizo and Black Beans.”
I would have eaten the whole thing too! Beer, cheese, chips, Mexican food!! I am in serious cheese/ spicy chorizo heaven! This is so a Friday recipe!!
I love the looks of that dip! Dips like that are so addicting. Then again, I can make a meal out of dip and crackers/chips and be very, very happy :)
Happy Friday! What a great dip!! I love everything about it, I can see why you Guys finished it off! I would ate it in one sitting, and I probably would not have shared! he he
I want to drink this it looks so yummy! Or at the very least mop it up with some bread. Or maybe face plant into it. Melting Pot has nothing on you!
Prefect Friday food. A good drink, chips and dip is on the menu tonight. Who want to cook when you can have this?
It’s been a rough, but great week. I found a tick on my stomach. True story. And because of the massive screaming that ensued that required my husband to hold me down to pull it out, I think he deserves this dip. TMI? Yeah, probs.
Want!
UGH I found one on my upper thigh two weeks ago and am still distraught!
Wow, this looks much better than the local mexican queso! please share at Foodtastic Friday!
Looks super yummy!
Always love a new dip recipe.
xo Quinn
Quinn Cooper Style
I don’t think I would have even been able to snap one picture!
HOLY YUM. I want this now. And I agree, wtf Grey’s?? They do this to us every season finale!
I don’t blame you for eating it all! This would be a perfect Friday treat if I didn’t feel super sick… But maybe the beer might actually make me feel better? ;)
I’m not gonna lie, my husband and I would eat this all in one sitting. Yes there would be a point where I’d feel sick, but I’d push on… and then I’d have eater’s remorse; but I’d have enjoyed every minute of it.
Gimme that! I want it for breakfast, like now!
Making this stat!
And what the what on Grey’s? Ughhhhhh.
This looks like them most amazing dip ever! I love how cheesy it is!
This looks to dye for. I dont’ know that I would have had any time to take pictures of this
BEER queso? Holy moly! Talk about a real Friday meal.
Beer + Cheese + Chorizo?! I am in.
Gracious. This sounds amazing.
Oh yum, Beer and cheese is just always a win. I’d dip a pretzel in this!
Um yes this will happen this weekend! Washed down with some Margs! By the pool!
I don’t even have words. WANT!
Amazing looks dip… Bookmarking this for later!
That dip looks amazing!! Being from south america i love everything with chorizo and black beans in it!
Ugh I’m really hating Grey’s this season. The story lines have become kind of predictable. But, I am sad to see a possible split between Arizona/Callie and Christina/Owen. Can’t any couple just be happy on that show?
I love it when a snack becomes a meal
Queso like this is dangerous..I could eat the whole bowl! Looks awesome!
Oh goodness does this ever look delicious! Love that ingredient list|!
On the Grey’s Anatomy front: seriously. My heart is so broken.
On this queso: holy mother of delicious!
This looks decadent and dangerous!!
Your pictures are absolutely ah-maze-ing. I love visiting here everyday. Makes me go from “crap, I’m at work” to “crap I’m at work, but I have an awesome blog to read.” Thanks.
This looks so good I think I’m going to make it today! Would I be able to substitute the beer for something else like chicken broth maybe?
I think I would have a hard time not making a big bowl of this into dinner some night! OM NOM. :)
If I could live off of tortilla chips and dips… I would be the happiest being on this planet. No, really. Now, if they could only find a dip that actually burns more calories than you’re consuming… that would be heaven. HEAVEN I TELL YOU.
Larry, I think you might be on to something…
This looks AMAZING! I love queso and cannot wait to try out your recipe. I’m sure my best friend and i will inhale the whole thing in one sitting!
Love a good queso recipe, especially when it involves beer! Thanks for sharing :)
This looks SO GOOD! Wow, what an awesome dip. :)
My mouth is watering! Yummy!
Spicy, cheesy dip! Totally my thing, love it!
There is no way that could last more than 10 minutes in my house. I have never made a dip before, but this is what I would make first.
I love everything about this. Dip is better than dinner. Is it just my imagination or is that a giant bowl? I hope it is.
it’s this clay baker thing and yes… it’s HUGE.
This looks amazing. I may try it with different white cheeses (queso fresco maybe?) for a little different flavor but I CANT WAIT to make this! Any specific beer or any old brew will work?
I just made this and it is FANTASTIC! Thank you!
Made this tonight! Super yummy! Thanks!
oooh! This looks SO delicious! I’m going grocery shopping today, and this will be dinner! :D
And WTHelllll is Shonda Rhimes up to right?!
Every! Season!
Argh!
Made a veg version of this last night and it was a huge hit! Also, used leftovers to make migas this morning. SO GOOD!
You are like my foodie spirit animal, I just can’t believe how much I like your recipes! Definitely will frequent your blog for delicious recipes and awesome food porn. I’m a cheese lover, like any form of cheese will do it for me, so basically i’m in heaven!
Looks delicious! What can I substitute the Chorizo with?
I want to my face in that. looks and sounds amazing!
ohmahgoodness… i know this is a few days late but whatttttttttt have you done now??!?! this looks AH-MAY-ZINGGGGGGGGGG!!!!