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Chorizo Con Huevo Y Tortillitas De Harina (Chorizo With Eggs)

Spicy chorizo and eggs served with homemade flour tortillas for a bold, comforting breakfast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

For the Chorizo & Eggs
  • 8 eggs
  • 12 oz Mexican chorizo casing removed
  • 1 small white onion finely chopped
  • 2 plum tomatoes diced
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • Salt to taste
Optional Tortilla Setup
  • 12 –16 corn or store-bought flour tortillas
  • 2 cups refried beans
  • Tortilla chips for crunch
  • 1 cup salsa of your choice
Homemade Flour Tortillas (optional)
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1 cup warm water

Method
 

Prep the Base
  1. Remove casing from the chorizo (if present). Finely chop onion, tomato, and garlic. Crack eggs into a bowl and beat lightly.
Cook the Veggies & Chorizo
  1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté onion for a minute, then add tomato and garlic—cook 1 more minute. Add crumbled chorizo and cook until most fat has rendered, about 5 minutes.
Scramble the Eggs
  1. Pour eggs into the pan. Let them set for a minute before gently stirring. Cook until just set—watch closely for batchy, creamy curds.
Heat Tortillas
  1. As the eggs finish, warm tortillas on a griddle or skillet until soft and pliable.
Warm Refried Beans
  1. Heat beans on the side, ideally in a small pot or microwave, until hot. Optionally top with crushed tortilla chips for a delightful crunch.
Assemble
  1. Divide chorizo and eggs into portions. Serve with warm tortillas, beans, chips (if using), and a side of salsa for topping and dipping.
Tortillas from Scratch (Optional)
  1. Combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles crumbs. Add warm water to form dough. Let rest in sealed bag for at least 1 hour. Divide into small balls, roll out, and cook on a hot griddle until bubbles form; flip to cook both sides.