chorizo UK /t͡ʃɒˈɹiː.zəʊ/US /t͡ʃəˈɹi.zoʊ/ noun1 •A spicy Spanish sausage flavoured with paprika, often crumbled for use in filling tacos, quesadillas, etc.Substitute three chopped scallions and a minced jalapeño for the onion, and 6 ounces crumbled chorizo for the tomatoes. Sub ½ cup queso fresco for the Parmesan in step 2. Serve with salsa. — 2008 formschorizos