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Portuguese Style Scrambled Eggs

Cultural Context

Originating from the rustic kitchens of Portugal, scrambled eggs are often enriched with local ingredients like chorizo and fresh vegetables. This dish reflects the Portuguese love for simple yet flavorful meals, commonly enjoyed for breakfast or as a light dinner. Today, variations can be found in many countries, showcasing local ingredients and culinary styles.

PortuguesePTmain
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
8 large eggs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion
1 medium tomato
1 medium bell pepper
6 oz chorizo
1/4 cup parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Turkey sausage lowers fat content while maintaining flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

3

Stir in diced chorizo and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

4

Add diced tomato and cook until slightly softened, about 2 minutes.

5

Whisk eggs in a bowl and season with salt and black pepper.

6

Pour eggs into the skillet and gently stir to combine with the vegetables and chorizo.

7

Cook, stirring occasionally, until eggs are just set but still creamy, about 3-4 minutes.

8

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingscrambling

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggs

Also Known As

Ovos Mexidos à Portuguesa

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