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A cast iron frying pan sitting on a kitchen towel on a wood table with chorizo and eggs in the pan and a wood spoon.
Kate Ramos

Authentic Chorizo and Eggs

Learn the secret to making authentic Chorizo and Eggs. This recipe features Mexican chorizo, sautéed onions, garlic, fresh tomatoes and scrambled eggs. Serve with refried beans or as breakfast tacos.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 262

Method
 

  1. Cook chorizo. Heat oil in a medium frying pan over medium high heat. Add chorizo and fry until almost cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add vegetables. Reduce heat to medium and add onions. Cook until starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Then add garlic and tomatoes and cook another 3 minutes or until tomatoes start to break down. Stir in the salt.
  3. Add eggs. Add eggs and cook, stirring gently, until eggs are cooked through, but not hard, about another 4 minutes. Taste and add more salt if needed.
  4. Serve. Sprinkle cilantro over the top and serve immediatley with warm tortillas, pico de gallo, refried beans and sliced jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 14gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 705mgFiber: 1g

Notes

    1. For a spicier kick: Add a finely chopped jalapeño to the chorizo and eggs mixture.
    2. To make it healthier: Use turkey chorizo or tofu chorizo as a substitute for the traditional pork chorizo.
    3. Serving suggestions: Experiment with different toppings such as avocado slices, crumbled queso fresco, or a dollop of sour cream.
    4. Make-ahead and storage: Leftover chorizo and eggs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and reheated for a quick breakfast or brunch option.

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