Ingredients
– 1 large avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
– ½ cup diced seeded tomatoes
– 1 small shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional or reduced for kids)
– 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
– ¼ cup fresh chopped cilantro
– 4 large eggs
– ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– ½ pound spicy sausage (such as chorizo or Italian), removed from casings
– 1⅓ cups (6 oz) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
– 4 (10-inch) flour tortillas
– Vegetable oil for cooking
Instructions
1-First, prepare your ingredients as outlined in the recipe for smooth cooking. This sets the stage for a tasty outcome, ensuring everything mixes well. It’s all about that initial setup to keep things organized.
2-Now, let’s get into the directions from this breakfast burritos recipe. Begin by making the salsa: combine all salsa ingredients in a bowl and mix gently, then set it aside. Next, whisk the eggs with smoked paprika and salt in a separate bowl.
3-Heat a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat and cook the sausage, stirring frequently, until browned about 4-5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove it, leaving the drippings in the pan. Reduce the heat to low, add the eggs, and scramble gently until just cooked through, then transfer to a plate and clean the pan.
4-To assemble, spoon about ¼ cup of the avocado-tomato salsa onto each tortilla, top with a quarter of the sausage, a quarter of the scrambled eggs, and about ⅓ cup shredded cheese. Fold the sides over the filling and roll tightly, tucking the edges in. Finally, lightly coat the pan with vegetable oil, heat over medium, place burritos seam side down, cover, and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
5-Serve warm and enjoy the fresh flavors. This method, with its clear steps, makes breakfast burritos a breeze while incorporating tips for homemade tortillas if you want to experiment further.
Last Step:
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🌶️ Adjust the jalapeño amount or omit it for less spice or to suit children.
⏳ Burritos can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before cooking.
♨️ To reheat, wrap leftovers in foil and warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 15 minutes—note this may reduce crispiness.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking, Scrambling, Toasting
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Gluten (contains flour tortillas), High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 636 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1087 mg
- Fat: 44 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 259 mg
