Chorizo & Quail Eggs

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Chorizo and Quail Eggs Recipe for Breakfast or Brunch

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

408

Sugar

Fat

26g

This Chorizo and Quail Eggs recipe is a tasty and unique twist on the classic breakfast or brunch dish of eggs on toast. The combination of chorizo sausage and quail eggs gives the dish a smoky, spicy flavor that is sure to wake up your taste buds in the morning. This dish is easy to make and can be customized to your liking by adjusting the amount of chorizo and paprika according to your tastes. Serve this dish with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a delicious and satisfying start to your day!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Brush the bread slices with olive oil and place them on a baking tray.
3.	Bake the bread slices for 5-7 minutes until they become crispy and golden brown.
4.	While the bread slices are baking, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the chorizo slices.
5.	Cook the chorizo slices for 5-7 minutes until they become crispy and slightly caramelized.
6.	Remove the chorizo from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
7.	In the same skillet, fry the quail eggs sunny-side up.
8.	Sprinkle the eggs with mild paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
9.	Assemble the toast by placing a slice of chorizo on top of each slice of bread and then topping with a quail egg.
10.	Garnish with flat leaf parsley and serve immediately.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make, and it’s a delicious twist on a classic breakfast or brunch dish.

Quail eggs are small and protein-packed, making them perfect for a filling and satisfying meal.

Chorizo sausage is flavorful and adds a smoky, spicy kick to the dish.

CONS

This dish may not be suitable for vegetarians or those who don’t eat pork.

Quail eggs can be more expensive and harder to find than chicken eggs.

Chorizo sausage is high in fat and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Quail eggs are a rich source of protein, containing all of the essential amino acids that our bodies need to build and repair tissues.
They also contain vitamins and minerals like vitamin B12, iron, and selenium.
Eating spicy foods like chorizo sausage may help to increase metabolism and reduce inflammation.

	12 slices French bread , sliced on the diagonal
	12 slices chorizo sausage ( ready-to-eat )
	olive oil
	12 quail eggs
	mild paprika
	salt and pepper
	flat leaf parsley ( to garnish )