Chorizo Breakfast Wraps

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 2
Delicious Chorizo Breakfast Wraps
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb fresh chorizo sausage
3 tablespoons butter , divided
1 cup onion , finely chopped
1 medium green bell pepper , seeded and cut into strips
8 large eggs , beaten
1 teaspoon salt
8 large flour tortillas
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese or 1 cup cheddar cheese
guacamole
salsa

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
517
Sugar
5g
Fat
36g
Chorizo Breakfast Wraps is a tasty breakfast meal that originated from Latin America. With the right amount of chewiness and spice, the chorizo sausage adds flavor and texture to this meal, while the combination of scrambled eggs, cheese, and warm flour tortillas helps keep you full and satisfied until lunchtime. The addition of onions and bell peppers in the dish not only enhance the taste but also add texture and nutritional value. This breakfast wrap is a perfect meal for busy weekdays and lazy weekends, as it can be prepared in just a few minutes.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook chorizo sausage until it is browned and cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
2.Remove the chorizo from the skillet and set aside. Wipe out the skillet with a paper towel.
3.Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and sauté until the vegetables are tender.
4.Add the reserved chorizo to the pan with the beaten eggs. Season with salt and scramble the eggs until cooked through.
5.Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave or on the stove top.
6.Divide the cheese evenly among the 8 tortillas. Add a scoop of the chorizo-egg mixture to each tortilla and roll it up into a wrap.
7.Melt remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add the wraps, seam side down, and cook until golden brown on all sides.
8.Serve with guacamole and salsa as a topping.

PROS

This is a tasty and filling breakfast option that is easy to prepare and can be packed with a variety of healthy ingredients.

It is a perfect breakfast meal for on-the-go.

CONS

Although delicious, this dish is high in calories and fat due to the use of chorizo and cheese.
Shortening the quantity could be a way of reduction.

Also, it’s high in cholesterol which is not good for individuals that monitor their cholesterol levels.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chorizo is a good source of protein that can help you feel full and satisfied throughout the day.
Eggs are high in protein and can provide important nutrients to your body.
Adding vegetables like onions and bell peppers can contribute towards your daily intake of vitamins and minerals.

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