Chorizo Egg Breakfast Tacos (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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12 oz chorizo sausage, remove the casings (Mexican-style)
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A dozen large eggs
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Half teaspoon kosher salt
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A quarter teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper
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6 tbsp whole milk (or whatever type you’ve got handy)
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12 tortillas (5-inch size, blend of corn and flour works best)
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1 cup diced tomatoes (2 medium ones)
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1 avocado, cut into small chunks
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About 3-4 tbsp Cotija cheese, crumbled
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A quarter cup chopped cilantro leaves (optional)
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Salt and pepper for extra seasoning
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Hot sauce for optional spice
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Lime wedges (optional) for squeezing on top
# Instructions:
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Drop the chorizo into a big pan set over medium heat. Break it apart into smaller bits as it cooks, letting it brown all over. Scoop it out onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain the grease.
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Take a paper towel and quickly wipe out the pan (don’t worry about perfection — the oil adds flavor). In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs together with the salt, black pepper, and milk until smooth. Pour it all into the same pan over medium-low heat.
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Stir the eggs gently, scraping the edges now and then to create soft curds. Keep stirring until they’re mostly cooked but still a bit loose and shiny.
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As the eggs cook, warm up the tortillas. Put each one on a hot pan for about 20-30 seconds per side until you get a little char. Pile them on a plate under a damp paper towel, or microwave them all together wrapped in a moist paper towel for 30 seconds.
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When the eggs are creamy but nearly set, toss the cooked chorizo into the pan. Mix everything up and let it warm, then take it off the heat.
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Spoon the egg and chorizo mix onto each tortilla. Add diced tomatoes, avocado chunks, the crumbled Cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro (if you want). Sprinkle a bit more salt and pepper if needed.
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Serve these right away with some hot sauce and lime wedges on the side for those who like a little extra zest.
# Notes:
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Cotija is a salty Mexican cheese that crumbles easily, similar to Parmesan. Can't find it? Try using feta or Parmesan instead.
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These tacos are a filling breakfast that’s great for a relaxing weekend brunch with loved ones.