Queso Flameado

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 3

Mouth-watering Queso Flameado recipe with melted Oaxaca cheese and chorizo sausage

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	16 ounces oaxaca cheese
	4 tablespoons chorizo sausage , cooked
	grilled or sauted onion , for topping
	flour tortilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

496

Sugar

Fat

39g

Queso Flameado is a Mexican dish that originated in Northern Mexico and is popular throughout the country. It is typically served as an appetizer or snack and is made by melting Oaxaca cheese and topping it with cooked chorizo sausage and sauted onion. The cheese is then baked until bubbly and golden brown. Queso Flameado is perfect for sharing with friends and family, especially on game day or during a casual get-together. The warm, gooey cheese pairs perfectly with warm flour tortillas and cold beer.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Place the Oaxaca cheese in a small, oven-safe skillet or dish.
3.	Top the cheese with the cooked chorizo sausage and sauted onion.
4.	Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
5.	Serve immediately with warm flour tortillas.

PROS

Queso Flameado is a crowd-pleasing, indulgent appetizer that is easy to make and perfect for entertaining.

Melted Oaxaca cheese and savory chorizo sausage create a delicious combination of flavors that will leave your guests wanting more.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories and fat due to the use of cheese and sausage.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is indulgent and not particularly healthy, cheese and sausage are good sources of protein and calcium.
It can also be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.