Shrimp & Chorizo Queso Fondue

This Shrimp & Chorizo Queso Fondue is an ultra versatile recipe that can work really well for intimate gatherings with a super special someone or for a big party that's maybe centered around some kind of major annual sporting event! Make and then serve over roasted smashed potatoes for a something a little more romantic or dump in a bowl and serve with chips for something more party friendly. Either way, this is a delicious dip/sauce that you're going to wind up making a lot!

While this recipe will make enough for a nice sized party, you can easily scale it down for something a little more managable if you want by cutting all the ingredients in half. Be warned though, this is a pretty delicious recipe and having leftovers can go a long way. Cook up some pasta and add your leftover queso to it and make something entirely new and delicious that everyone is going to love!

Shrimp & Chorizo Queso Fondue

Party Size

INGREDIENTS:

• 1lb Cooked, Peeled, & Deveined Cocktail Shrimp, cut into 1/2" pieces
• 12oz Chorizo, sliced into 1/4" pieces
• 1 shallot, minced
• 2 tablespoons sherry (optional)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• 1 cup Whole Milk
• 12oz good melting cheese (use a mix of your favorites), grated
• 8oz canned green chilies
• Salt & Pepper
• OPTIONAL GARNISHES: Red chilies, cilantro, lime

DIRECTIONS:

1. Add chorizo to a large sauce pot over medium-high heat and cook until chorizo just begins to brown (approx. 2-3 minutes)
2. Add shallots and cook until softened (approx. 2-3 minutes)
3. Add sherry and cook until 2/3's reduced (approx. 2-3 minutes) - optional
4. Add butter and cook until just melted and add flour. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes
5. Add in the cream and whisk to combine. Simmer until cream begins to thicken and then add milk. Continue to whisk and simmer until fully combined and thickened
6. Add your grated cheese and stir until cheese if fully melted. If your mixture is too thick, add a bit more milk until sauce reaches your desired consistency
7. Add in chopped shrimp and green chilies. Stir and cook until shrimp is just warmed through. Season with salt and pepper to taste
8. Serve over hot roasted smashed fingerly potatoes or in a bowl or warming dish alongside your favorite chips or crusty bread. Garnish with red chilies, cilantro, and lime