Chorizo Breakfast Tacos

Chorizo Breakfast Tacos

4 servings
This breakfast tacos recipe calls for chorizo, peppers, and scrambled eggs, but the real drama comes with the dramatic toasted cheese skirt.

Ingredients

  • eggs
    8 large
  • whole milk
    ¼ c
  • kosher salt
    1 tsp
  • black pepper
    ½ tsp
  • neutral oil

    such as canola

    1 tbsp
  • fresh Mexican-style chorizo

    casings removed, from 1 [14-ounce] package

    9 oz
  • red bell pepper
    1 small
  • scallions
    2 medium
  • jalapeño

    stemmed

    1 medium
  • Fresh cilantro sprigs and thinly sliced jalapeño half-moons

    for garnish

  • pepper Jack cheese

    divided

    12 oz
  • taco-size flour tortillas

    divided, 5-inch diameter

    8
  • Chopped fresh cilantro and hot sauce

    for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl; set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium. Add chorizo, bell pepper, scallions, and chopped jalapeño; cook, stirring occasionally and breaking meat into smaller pieces, until chorizo has rendered and vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and pour in egg mixture; cook, stirring and folding often with a flexible spatula to form large curds, until mixture is softly set, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl; cover to keep warm, and set aside.

  3. 3

    While eggs cook, heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium. Arrange a few cilantro sprigs and jalapeño slices in the center of skillet. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the cheese over top, forming an approximately 6-inch circle (it’s OK if there are gaps or holes). Cook, undisturbed, until cheese begins to bubble and is fully melted, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Place 1 tortilla on cheese, pressing down gently to adhere (edges of the cheese will not be covered by the tortilla); sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the cheese evenly over tortilla. Cook, undisturbed, until bottom cheese layer is golden brown and top cheese layer is mostly melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove skillet from heat; let cool slightly, about 30 seconds. Spoon a rounded 1/3 cup egg mixture onto one side of tortilla, then use a thin spatula to get underneath the crispy cheese layer; fold tortilla in half over filling. Transfer taco to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Wipe skillet clean with a paper towel, and return to medium heat. Repeat procedure with remaining cheese, tortillas, and egg mixture. (If desired, to speed things up, once eggs are finished cooking in large skillet, wash skillet and use both pans to cook 2 tortillas at once).

  4. 4

    To serve, sprinkle with chopped cilantro and drizzle with hot sauce.

Chorizo Breakfast Tacos

Chorizo Breakfast Tacos

55 min4 servings1278 cal

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About this Recipe

Elevate Your Morning with Spectacular Chorizo Breakfast Tacos

Start your day with a burst of flavor and a touch of culinary drama! These Chorizo Breakfast Tacos are far from your average morning meal. Combining savory, seasoned chorizo with fluffy scrambled eggs and a vibrant medley of bell pepper, scallions, and spicy jalapeño, this recipe is designed to delight your taste buds and impress your guests. It's the perfect hearty option for a weekend brunch or a special weekday breakfast.

What truly makes these breakfast tacos legendary is the ingenious toasted cheese skirt. Forget plain tortillas – we're talking about a crispy, golden halo of melted pepper Jack cheese that extends beyond the tortilla, creating an irresistible crunch and an extra layer of rich flavor with every bite. The savory Mexican-style chorizo offers a fantastic depth of spice and umami, perfectly balanced by the creamy eggs and the fresh crunch of the vegetables.

Tips for Taco Perfection

  • Flavorful Chorizo: Ensure your fresh Mexican-style chorizo is fully cooked and crumbled for even distribution of flavor.
  • Egg Excellence: Scramble your eggs gently to keep them light and fluffy – the perfect complement to the robust chorizo.
  • The Cheese Skirt Secret: Don't be shy with the shredded pepper Jack cheese! Spreading it beyond the tortilla during toasting is key to achieving that dramatic, crispy edge.

Serve these incredible Chorizo Breakfast Tacos garnished with fresh cilantro sprigs and a dash of your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick. They're a truly satisfying and memorable way to kick off your day!

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