Egg Tacos Chorizo (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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12 oz chorizo sausage (Mexican-style), casings taken off
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A dozen large eggs
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1/2 tsp salt (use kosher for best results)
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1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
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6 tbsp milk (whole or whatever you’ve got in the fridge)
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12 small (5-inch) tortillas, preferably a corn and flour mix
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1 cup diced tomatoes (from around 2 medium ones)
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1 avocado, ripe and cut into chunks
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3 to 4 tbsp Cotija cheese, crumbled
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1/4 cup cilantro, freshly chopped (optional)
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Salt and pepper (more to taste)
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Hot sauce (optional, for serving)
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Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
# Instructions:
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Break up the chorizo into pieces as it cooks in a big skillet over medium heat. Stir and cook till it’s no longer pink, then drain on a bowl lined with paper towels.
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Use a paper towel to quickly wipe out the skillet (don’t do a deep clean—the leftover oil adds flavor). Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a medium mixing bowl. Pour this mix into the skillet over medium-low heat.
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Let the eggs cook slowly as you stir, scraping the pan from the sides to the middle. Once the eggs look mostly set but still kind of moist, stop stirring.
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As the eggs cook, warm the tortillas. You can toast them one at a time on a dry skillet over medium-high heat (20-30 seconds per side) or stack them in damp paper towels and microwave for 30 seconds. Keep wrapped up so they stay hot.
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When the eggs are almost done but still creamy, toss in the cooked chorizo. Stir it around, let it heat through, and then take it off the stove.
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Spoon the egg and chorizo mix onto the warm tortillas. Sprinkle on diced avocado, chopped tomatoes, Cotija cheese, and cilantro if you’re using it. Add a little salt and pepper on top, as needed.
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Enjoy right away. Offer lime wedges and hot sauce on the side for anyone who wants extra zing.
# Notes:
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Cotija is a crumbly, slightly salty cheese from Mexico. If you can’t find it, use Parmesan or feta as a substitute.
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These tacos are a hearty way to start your day and great for brunch with friends or family.