RECIPE

Chorizos Braised in Hard Cider

• Recipe by José Andrés

Hard cider, an Asturian specialty, is sweet apple cider that has been allowed to ferment. Hard ciders are generally sold at liquor stores, but those with a lower alcohol content may be available at some supermarkets.

• Make-Ahead
• Staff Favorite

Ingredients

1. 6 semi-dry Spanish-style chorizos (2 ounces each)
2. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3. One 24-ounce bottle hard apple cider
4. Crusty bread, for serving

Directions

1. Make four 1/2-inch-deep slashes on 1 side of each chorizo. In a medium, deep skillet, heat the olive oil until shimmering. Add the chorizos and cook over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. 
2. Add the hard cider to the skillet and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to moderate and cook, turning occasionally, until the chorizos are softened and the liquid is reduced to 2/3 cup, about 30 minutes. Transfer the chorizos and sauce to a shallow bowl and serve with hunks of crusty bread.

Make Ahead

The chorizos can be cooked earlier in the day. Rewarm them in a covered skillet over low heat.

Notes

For a cocktail-style appetizer, cut the chorizos into 1-inch pieces after cooking them and serve with toothpicks.