– For the Biscuits:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ¾ cup cold buttermilk
– ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
– For the Chorizo Gravy:
– 1 pound spicy chorizo (casings removed)
– ¼ cup all-purpose flour
– 2 cups whole milk
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Salt to taste
– Optional: Chopped parsley, for garnish
Creating Biscuits and Chorizo Gravy can be easy if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add Buttermilk: Pour in the cold buttermilk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Shape the Biscuits: Turn out the dough onto a floured surface. Gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter.
6. Bake the Biscuits: Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Cook the Chorizo: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked.
8. Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the chorizo and stir to combine. Cook for about 1 minute.
9. Add Milk: Gradually pour in the milk while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Continue stirring until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
10. Season: Add black pepper and salt to taste, adjusting seasoning as necessary.
11. Serve Immediately: Remove from heat once thickened.