Chorizo Fried Rice

• CHORIZO
• 1 T dried basil
• 1 1/2 T dried oregano
• 1 T ground cumin
• 1 T dried thyme
• 1 tsp cayenne
• 1 tsp ancho chili powder
• 2 T minced garlic
• 1 pound fatty ground pork
• salt and black pepper to taste
• FRIED RICE:
• 1 lb chorizo, above recipe
• 6 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
• 3 scallions, sliced 1/8"
• canola oil to cook
• salt and pepper to taste

1. in a dry skilet on med heat, toast all the dry spices until fragrant. Let come to room temp then mix with garlic and pork. Season with salt and pepper. make sure to mix really well. Let stand for 2 hours in the refrigerator before using.
2. In a wok or large skillet, coat with oil and sear the chorizo over high heat. Break up the chorizo into small pieces and cook about 5 minutes until browned. Add the rice and scallion whites and heat through. Check the seasoning.

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/chorizo-fried-rice-50009361 (may not work)