Chorizo and Eggs

What is Chorizo con Huevo?

Chorizo con huevo was one of my family’s go-to breakfasts growing up. This Mexican breakfast staple consists of chorizo, a type of ground sausage that’s seasoned with paprika, vinegar, and chili peppers, and scrambled with eggs. Chorizo and eggs can be made in less than 5 minutes and is often served with refried beans and corn or flour tortillas on the side. The scrambled eggs with chorizo and also be used as a filling for breakfast tacos, which can be easily wrapped in aluminum foil for an on-the-go breakfast.

Why You’ll Love This Chorizo and Eggs Recipe

• Quick & Easy – Huevos con chorizo can be made in less than 5 minutes and doesn’t require many ingredients.
• Affordable – The eggs, chorizo, and tortillas that this recipe calls for are usually inexpensive ingredients.

Recommended Tools for Making Scrambled Eggs with Chorizo

• Non-Stick Pan – A non-stick pan is essential for scrambling eggs as it ensures the eggs cook gently without sticking, which preserves their creamy texture.
• Silicone Spatula – A versatile kitchen tool, a silicone spatula is ideal for cooking this recipe, as it does not scratch cookware.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

• Mexican Chorizo – Chorizo is typically sold uncooked in chubs or links. While pork chorizo is the most popular, there are many varieties, such as beef and soy chorizo. (Here’s something funny: In Spanish, “Soy chorizo” translates to “I am chorizo”, so many people think the package is chorizo introducing itself!)
• Eggs – I use 2 large eggs per person, but you can use more or less, or different sizes, based on your family’s preference.
• Vegetable Oil – While chorizo can be oily on its own, I recommend using a drizzle of oil to avoid the egg sticking to the pan when scrambling.
• Your Choice of Tortillas – While I used the delicious flour tortillas from the HEB Bakery, you can use any type of flour or corn tortillas, both of which are available at most grocery stores.

Print Recipe

Chorizo and Eggs

Courses: Breakfast Recipes

Difficulty: Beginner Cook Time 5 mins Total Time 5 mins

Servings: 1

Scrambled Eggs with Chorizo Ingredients

Servings

• 1 oz vegetable oil

• 2 oz chorizo

• 2 eggs (large)

• 2 flour tortillas

How to Make Huevos con Chorizo

1. Heat oil

   Grease a small pan with vegetable oil over medium heat.

1. Crumble chorizo

   Remove the chorizo from its casing and add it to the pan, using a spatula to break it up into crumbles.

1. Brown chorizo

   Allow the chorizo to brown, stirring as needed.

1. Scramble the eggs

   Add eggs and stir to scramble until eggs are fully cooked.

1. Serve!

   Serve with flour tortillas, and top with shredded cheese or salsa.