Ingredients

2 1/4 cups flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
4 green onions , thinly sliced ( about 2/3 c . )
8 ounces fully cooked spanish chorizo , cut into 1/4-inch cubes
6 ounces manchego cheese , cut into match-stick size pieces
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
Seville Chorizo and Manchego Savory Cakes are a perfect appetizer for any party or event. These cakes are easy to make and packed with bold flavors and textures that will leave your guests satisfied. The salty and spicy chorizo is complemented by the creamy and tangy ricotta cheese, while the manchego cheese adds a nutty depth to the cakes. The mustard and smoked paprika bring the dish together with a subtle, smoky flavor. These savory cakes are sure to become a crowd favorite at any event.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, black pepper, and baking soda.
3.Add the green onions, chorizo cubes, and manchego cheese to the flour mixture, stirring to coat.
4.In another bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, buttermilk, eggs, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika until well combined.
5.Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just mixed.
6.Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
7.Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of a cake comes out clean, about 20-25 minutes.
8.Let the cakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These savory cakes are perfect for a quick and easy appetizer for any event.

They are packed with bold flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing.

CONS

These cakes are high in calories and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They are also quite spicy, so if you don’t enjoy spicy food, this may not be the recipe for you.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chorizo is a good source of protein, while manchego cheese is high in calcium and vitamin D.
Ricotta cheese and buttermilk are both low-fat options for adding richness to the dish.

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