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    Home » Appetizer » Queso Fundido

    Queso Fundido

    February 5, 2022

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    This cast iron skillet queso fundido with Oaxaca cheese, Monterey Jack, roasted poblano pepper, and Mexican chorizo, is the ultimate party dip. This easy queso fundido recipe only has 4 ingredients, but is packed full of flavor.

    queso fundido with chorizo in a cast iron skillet topped with diced tomatoes and cilantro

    What is queso fundido?

    queso fundido in a cast iron skillet topped with diced tomatoes

    Queso fundido translates to “molten cheese”. This cheese dip is typically made with hot melty cheese and spicy chorizo. Additional elements such as onions and roasted peppers elevates this cheesy dip to the ultimate party dip.

    Types of chorizo

    chorizo sausage in the package

    There are two types of chorizo, Spanish/Portuguese which is par-cooked and Mexican which is raw and cooked to a crumbly consistency. For queso fundido, you want to use Mexican chorizo.

    What kind of cheese to use for queso fundido?

    Oaxaca cheese and monterey cheese block

    The most common cheese in Mexican dishes is queso Asadero. It can be hard to find, so Oaxaca cheese is a great melting alternative. For an extra layer of flavor, I like to use Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheese for this queso fundido.

    Roasting a poblano pepper

    roasting a poblano, peeling skin off, and dicing roasted poblano pepper on a cutting board

    To amp up the flavors, I love adding roasted poblano to the queso. I broil a whole poblano pepper until it’s charred on each side (about 10 minutes). Cover with foil and allow the pepper to steam for 5 minutes, this helps the skin easily peel off. Peel the skin off the poblano pepper, then dice, discarding the seeds.

    Grating your cheese

    grated cheese, roasted poblano, onion, and chorizo in bowls on a cutting board

    In other posts I’ve discussed the importance of freshly grating cheese for the best melt. Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents, that can make it not melt as well, become stringy, and have a grainy texture once melted. 

    How-to make queso fundido

    cooking chorizo in skillet, sautéing onion, melting cheese on chorizo
    1. In a cast iron skillet, over medium/high heat, add in the chorizo. Cook the chorizo fully through, breaking it up into smaller pieces as it cooks. Use a slotted spoon and set aside.
    2. Lower the heat to medium, add in avocado oil, diced onion and roasted poblano peppers. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
    3. Add onion poblanos to the chorizo bowl and mix them together. 
    4. Turn the heat off and add half the cheese to the bottom of the skillet evenly.
    5. On top of the cheese, add in the chorizo, onion, poblano mix.
    6. Add the rest of the cheese on top. 
    melted queso fundido in a cast iron skillet

    Put queso fundido into the oven at 400F and bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

    Finishing the dip

    queso fundido with chorizo in a cast iron skillet topped with diced tomatoes and cilantro

    Garnish the queso fundido with cilantro and I also like to add some diced tomatoes on top. Enjoy the queso with tortilla chips and/or spooned in warmed tortillas.

    dip being scooped up with tortilla chips

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    queso fundido in a cast iron skillet topped with diced tomatoes

    Queso Fundido

    This cast iron skillet queso fundido with Oaxaca cheese, Monterey Jack, roasted poblano pepper, and Mexican chorizo, is the ultimate party dip. This easy queso fundido recipe only has 4 ingredients, but is packed full of flavor.
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: queso fundido
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6 -8 servings
    Calories: 377kcal
    Author: Stephanie

    Equipment

    • Box Grater
    • Lodge Cast Iron Skillet 12-inch
    • Quarter Sheet Baking Pan and Rack
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    Ingredients

    Queso Fundido

    • 8 ounces Oaxaca Cheese freshly grated
    • 8 ounces Monterey Jack Cheese freshly grated
    • 1 large poblano pepper
    • 1 cup diced white onion
    • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
    • 8 ounces Mexican Chorizo

    Garnish/Serve with:

    • Fresh cilantro
    • 2 Roma tomatoes diced
    • Tortilla chips and/or warmed tortillas

    Instructions

    • Put oven on high broil, and place a whole poblano pepper on a small sheet pan. Broil until it’s charred on each side (about 10 minutes total). Remove from oven and cover with foil, allow the pepper to steam for 5 minutes, this helps the skin easily peel off. Peel the skin off the poblano pepper, then dice, discarding the seeds.
    • Preheat oven to 400F degrees
    • In a cast iron skillet, over medium/high heat, add in the chorizo. Cook the chorizo fully through, breaking it up into smaller pieces as it cooks. Use a slotted spoon and set aside.
    • Lower the heat to medium, add in avocado oil, diced onion and roasted poblano peppers. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 4 minutes. Add onion and poblanos to the chorizo bowl and mix together. 
    • Turn the heat off and add half the grated cheese to the bottom of the skillet evenly. On top of the cheese, add in the chorizo, onion, poblano mix, and evenly spread. Add the rest of the cheese on top. 
    • Place in the oven for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is browned and bubbling.
    • Remove from the oven, garnish with cilantro and roma tomatoes, and serve immediately in the cast iron skillet.
    • Use tortilla chips or scoop the queso fundido into warmed tortillas. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Chorizo

    1. There are two types of chorizo, Spanish/Portuguese which is par-cooked and Mexican which is raw and cooked to a crumbly consistency. For queso fundido, you want to use Mexican chorizo.

    What kind of cheese to use?

    1. The most common cheese in Mexican dishes is queso Asadero. It can be hard to find, so Oaxaca cheese is a great melting alternative. For an extra layer of flavor, I like to use Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheese for this queso fundido.
    2. Use freshly grated cheese for the best melt. Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents, that can make it not melt as well, become stringy, and have a grainy texture once melted.

    What size cast iron?

    1. For this recipe, I recommend a 8 inch cast iron skillet.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 568mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 763IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 321mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Originally Published: February 5, 2022 Post Updated: February 9, 2023 Filed Under: Appetizer, Cast Iron, Chorizo, Gluten-Free, Mexican, One Pot, Pork, Recipes Tagged With: Cilantro, Onions, Poblano Peppers, Tomatoes

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    1. Jeremy Gragg

      May 16, 2022 at 1:41 pm

      Just made it for weekend party. Let’s just say there was nothing left, except an empty iron skillet, in a matter of minutes. Great recipe! Thanks

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      • Stephanie

        May 16, 2022 at 1:48 pm

        Haha I love it! So glad everyone enjoyed it!

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