Chorizo and Scrambled Egg Breakfast Tacos

Gluten Free
Health score
16%
Chorizo and Scrambled Egg Breakfast Tacos
30 min.
2
655kcal

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Chorizo and Scrambled Egg Breakfast Tacos: A Gluten-Free Delight

Looking for a hearty and delicious meal that's both gluten-free and packed with flavor? Look no further than these Chorizo and Scrambled Egg Breakfast Tacos! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a indulgent breakfast, this recipe is designed to serve two and can be ready in just 30 minutes.

With a total calorie count of 655 kcal per serving, these tacos are a satisfying and filling option for any time of day. The main dish is centered around 7 ounces of fresh chorizo sausage, paired with four large eggs for a protein-packed meal. To add some freshness and color, the recipe incorporates 4 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro and 4 sliced green onions. The star of the show, however, is the 1 cup of grated extra-sharp white cheddar cheese that perfectly melts over the tortillas.

Cooking these breakfast tacos is a breeze with the right equipment. You'll need a large non-stick skillet for the tortillas and a medium non-stick skillet for the chorizo and egg mixture. A bowl, whisk, and tongs round out the list for easy handling and preparation.

For those watching their caloric intake, one serving of these breakfast tacos contains 824.14 calories, with 63.1% of the calories coming from fat. The nutritional breakdown includes 57.77 grams of fat, 24.29 grams of saturated fat, 544.66 milligrams of cholesterol, and a balanced mix of carbohydrates and protein.

Serve your Chorizo and Scrambled Egg Breakfast Tacos with a dollop of sour cream and your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this tasty and nutritious meal!

Ingredients

  • ounces chorizo sausage cut fresh
  •  corn tortillas 
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh divided chopped
  •  spring onion sliced
  • cup cheddar cheese white extra-sharp grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Brush large nonstick skillet with olive or vegetable oil. Char tortillas over gas flame or directly on electric burner until blackened in spots, turning with tongs. Arrange tortillas in single layer in skillet.
  2. Sprinkle each tortilla with 1/4 cup grated cheese and set aside.
  3. Whisk eggs and 2 tablespoons cilantro in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté chorizo sausage in heavy medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add green onions and sauté 2 minutes.
  5. Add egg mixture and stir until very softly set, about 1 minute.
  6. Remove egg mixture from heat.
  7. Cook tortillas in skillet over high heat until beginning to crisp on bottom, but still soft and pliable, about 1 minute. Divide egg mixture among tortillas and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro. Fold each tortilla in half.
  8. Serve with sour cream and hot sauce, if desired.
  9. One serving contains the following: 824.14 Calories (kcal), 63.1% Calories from Fat, 57.77 (g) Fat, 24.29 (g) Saturated Fat, 544.66 (mg) Cholesterol, 26.72 (g)
  10. Other

Nutrition Facts

Calories655kcal
Protein23.49%
Fat59.86%
Carbs16.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
70.75
Glycemic Load
10.8
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
25.384347625401%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.33mg
Quercetin
2.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:654.74kcal
32.74%
Fat:43.25g
66.54%
Saturated Fat:22.22g
138.87%
Carbohydrates:27.08g
9.03%
Net Carbohydrates:23.16g
8.42%
Sugar:1.58g
1.76%
Cholesterol:498.5mg
166.17%
Sodium:540.11mg
23.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.18g
76.37%
Selenium:50.01µg
71.45%
Phosphorus:629.31mg
62.93%
Calcium:535.39mg
53.54%
Vitamin K:53.82µg
51.25%
Vitamin B2:0.76mg
44.73%
Vitamin A:1900.43IU
38.01%
Zinc:4.14mg
27.62%
Vitamin C:22.73mg
27.55%
Vitamin B12:1.49µg
24.82%
Iron:3.93mg
21.84%
Folate:77.32µg
19.33%
Vitamin B5:1.85mg
18.46%
Magnesium:69.7mg
17.43%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.93%
Fiber:3.92g
15.69%
Vitamin D:2.34µg
15.59%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.25%
Vitamin E:1.77mg
11.81%
Potassium:348.63mg
9.96%
Copper:0.19mg
9.62%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.93%
Vitamin B3:1.02mg
5.1%
Source:Epicurious