Chorizo and Eggs

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Chorizo and Eggs

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Introducing your new brunch favorite - Chorizo and Eggs! This decadent dish brings together the spicy, rich flavors of Spanish chorizo with fluffy scrambled eggs. Topped with melted Cheddar cheese and bright cilantro, every bite is a celebration of textures and flavors. This recipe is rooted in the Mexican tradition of hearty, flavorful breakfasts to fuel a day of hard work. It's the perfect dish to serve on a lazy Sunday brunch or to impress your friends at your next breakfast gathering.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Spanish Chorizo
1/2 pound, finely chopped
Eggs
4, large
Onion
1 medium, finely chopped
Bell pepper
1 large, finely chopped
Garlic
2 cloves, minced
Salt and pepper
to taste
Cheddar cheese
1 cup, shredded
Cilantro
for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chorizo from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook over medium heat until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the eggs into the skillet with the vegetables. Stir gently on low heat until the eggs are scrambled and fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked chorizo back into the skillet and stir to combine.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top and cover the skillet. Let it sit for a couple of minutes until the cheese is melted.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy your Chorizo and Eggs hot!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Breakfast • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 450 • Fat: 30g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 2g

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