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Breakfast burritos Recipe

Emma
These burritos combine savory sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, gooey melted cheese, and a refreshing avocado-tomato salsa, all wrapped up in a warm tortilla.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
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Total Time 39 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 636 kcal

Equipment

  • Nonstick Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Spatula
  • Knife and Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

For the Avocado-Tomato Salsa

  • 1 large avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
  • ½ cup diced seeded tomatoes (from 1–2 tomatoes)
  • 1 small shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ cup fresh chopped cilantro

For the Burritos

  • 4 large eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ lb spicy sausage (chorizo, Italian sausage, or your favorite type), casings removed
  • 1⅓ cups (6 oz) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 (10-inch) burrito-size flour tortillas
  • Vegetable oil (for cooking)

Instructions
 

Assembling the Burritos

  • Place the burrito-sized flour tortillas flat on a clean surface, like a countertop or large cutting board.
  • Spoon about ¼ cup of the avocado-tomato salsa onto the center of each tortilla. Spread it out slightly, but keep it in the middle to avoid spilling when rolling.
  • Add a quarter of the cooked sausage, a quarter of the scrambled eggs, and about ⅓ cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese onto each tortilla.
  • Fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up tightly, tucking the edges as you go to create a secure wrap.

Cooking the Burritos

  • Lightly coat your cleaned pan with a thin layer of vegetable oil and set it over medium heat.
  • Place the burritos in the pan, seam side down, and cover the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes, or until the bottoms turn golden brown and crisp.
  • Flip the burritos over and continue cooking, covered, for another 2–3 minutes until the other side is golden and the cheese inside is melted.
  • Transfer the burritos to plates and serve immediately for a warm and satisfying breakfast.

Make-Ahead Tips

  • You can assemble the burritos a few hours in advance. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to cook.
  • Wrap leftovers in foil and reheat in a 350°F oven for about 15 minutes. While they won’t be as crisp as freshly made, they’ll still be delicious!
Keyword Breakfast burritos