Originally Posted by
ILuvParis
OK, Is Portuguese chorizo the same as the linguica one finds all over Hawaii or are they two different things?
The sausage I've seen frequently in Hawaii is linguica, and it appears to be a slightly different sausage from Portugese chorizo, which I've never personally eaten.
CHOURICO: Made from the same good meats as Linguica, Chourico (pronounced shoor-reese) has a heartier spiced flavor. Its main difference from Linguica is that it is a hot sausage whereas Linguica is mild. Gaspar's Chourico is available in mild, regular and extra hot versions and the regular is available as round patties, franks, and ground in addition to the traditional sausage shape!
http://www.gasparssausage.com/ourproducts.html