Description
Spicy chorizo breakfast tacos deliver morning magic with Mexican-inspired flavor. Crispy tortillas cradle zesty sausage, eggs, and fresh garnishes, promising a quick, satisfying start to any day.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) Mexican chorizo sausage, casings removed if necessary
- 6 large eggs
Dairy and Cheese:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) butter
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
Seasoning and Garnish:
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) salsa or pico de gallo
- ¼ cup (15 grams) chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Render the chorizo in a spacious skillet over medium flame, systematically crumbling the meat with a wooden utensil until achieving a rich, caramelized texture and complete doneness. Transfer the cooked protein to a paper towel-lined surface to eliminate excess lipids.
- Craft a delicate egg mixture by whisking together eggs with a splash of milk, seasoning with salt and pepper until thoroughly integrated. Utilize the identical skillet with residual chorizo essence, melt butter over reduced heat, and gently introduce the egg blend.
- Manipulate the eggs with consistent motion, creating soft, pillowy curds that maintain a luxurious, slightly runny consistency. Remove from thermal source precisely when achieving desired scrambled texture.
- Activate tortillas through quick warming in a dry pan or enveloped in a moistened cloth, transforming them into pliable vessels ready for filling.
- Construct each taco by layering scrambled eggs as a foundational element, generously crowning with the crisp chorizo fragments. Enhance with melted cheese, cubed avocado, vibrant salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
- Complete the culinary composition by presenting lime wedges alongside, allowing diners to introduce a zesty, citrus brightness that elevates the entire flavor profile.
Notes
- Drain chorizo thoroughly on paper towels to remove excess grease and prevent soggy tacos.
- Choose soft corn tortillas for authentic flavor or use whole wheat tortillas for added nutrition.
- Swap regular chorizo with plant-based chorizo for a vegetarian version that maintains spicy, robust taste.
- Control egg texture by using low heat and stirring constantly, ensuring creamy scrambled eggs without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 300 mg