Homemade Mexican Chorizo

Mince 4 large cloves garlic and mash to a paste with 2 ‡tsp. kosher salt. Put 2‡ lb. ground fatty pork shoulder in a large bowl along with the garlic paste, 6 ‡Tbs. guajillo or New Mexican chile powder, 1-1/2 ‡tsp. cayenne, 1-1/2  ‡Tbs. dried oregano (preferably Mexican), 1 ‡tsp. ground cumin, 1/2 ‡tsp. ground allspice, 1/2 ‡tsp. freshly ground black pepper, and 1/4cup cider vinegar.

Knead the mixture with your hands until well combined (wear disposable gloves, since the chiles can irritate your skin). Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 ‡hours to season.