Morisqueta Con Chorizo

This is a savory way of serving morisqueta (boiled rice). This recipe is from the michoacan region of mexico.

Heat the lard or oil in a large frying pan.

Crumble chorizo into the hot oil and cook over low heat , stirring occasionally , until it is well heated through and beginning to fry.

Remove with slotted spoon and set aside.

Drain all but 3 tablespoons of the oil.

Add the onion and saut for 1 minute or until transparent but not browned.

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook , stirring occasionally , over medium high heat until reduced , about 3 minutes.

Stir in the chorizo and the rice.

Add salt to taste.

Continue to cook , turning the rice over carefully , until the rice is well heated through and all of the flavors are combined.

Serve hot.

lard, chorizo sausage, white onions, tomatoes, cooked white rice, sea salt