Loaded Breakfast Burrito with Chorizo, Eggs and Crispy Potatoes
A hefty, hand-held breakfast bundle stuffed with smoky chorizo, pillowy scrambled eggs, golden potatoes and melty cheddar, finished with a bright lime-cilantro salsa.
- Time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Easy
Original Olivi recipe · nutrition calculated per serving
Instructions
10 steps · tick them off as you cookDice 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes, toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika and salt, then roast at 425°F (220°C) for 22-25 minutes until deeply crisp and golden.
22-25 minutesWhile the potatoes roast, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sweat 1 finely diced onion with 2 minced garlic cloves for 4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
4 minutesAdd 250g fresh chorizo, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook 6-7 minutes until browned with crispy edges and the fat has rendered into a deep orange-red pool.
6-7 minutesDeglaze the pan with 1 tbsp lime juice, scraping up the flavourful browned bits; transfer the chorizo mixture to a bowl and wipe the skillet.
Whisk 6 large eggs with 2 tbsp whole milk and a pinch of salt until uniformly pale; melt 1 tbsp butter in the skillet over low heat until foaming.
Pour in the eggs and stir slowly with a spatula, pulling curds from the edges toward the centre, until softly set but still glossy: about 3 minutes.
3 minutesCombine 1/4 cup chopped cilantro with 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 diced Roma tomato and a pinch of salt to make a quick salsa.
Warm 4 large flour tortillas in a dry skillet for 20 seconds per side until pliable and lightly toasted.
Layer each tortilla with eggs, chorizo, roasted potatoes, 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar and a spoonful of salsa; fold in the sides and roll tightly.
Sear the burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet for 2 minutes per side until the tortilla is crisp and the cheese has melted; slice on the bias and serve immediately.
2 minutes
Chef's tip
Sear the assembled burrito seam-side down first: this glues the tortilla shut, prevents unravelling and creates a shatteringly crisp exterior that contrasts with the soft filling.
Suggested pairing
Pair with a spicy Bloody Caesar or an iced horchata and a side of ripe avocado slices sprinkled with flaky salt.
About this recipe
A hefty, hand-held breakfast bundle stuffed with smoky chorizo, pillowy scrambled eggs, golden potatoes and melty cheddar, finished with a bright lime-cilantro salsa.
Comfort foodEasycomfortinghand-heldhigh-proteinsmoky
