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Chorizo Omelette

Cultural Context

The Chorizo Omelette, rooted in Spanish cuisine, showcases the robust flavors of chorizo sausage combined with the simplicity of eggs. Traditionally enjoyed as a hearty breakfast or brunch, it reflects the Spanish love for bold ingredients and communal meals. Today, variations abound globally, with many adding vegetables or different cheeses, making it a versatile dish enjoyed in various cultures.

SpanishPTmain
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
4-5 eggs
chorizo
onion
asparagus
padron peppers
mushrooms
salt
black pepper
olive oil
butter
parsley

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while being versatile.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini adds moisture and is often more affordable.

1

Dice chorizo into small cubes.

2

Slice onion and shallots.

3

Cut asparagus tips into about an inch long pieces.

4

Add diced chorizo, onion, shallots, asparagus, and padron peppers to a bowl.

5

Season with salt, black pepper, and a teaspoon of olive oil.

6

Add a touch of butter to help caramelize the ingredients.

7

Heat a pan and add the mixed ingredients, cooking until the chorizo releases its oils and the vegetables soften.

8

Add parsley to the mixture in the pan.

9

In a separate bowl, crack 4-5 eggs and whisk lightly, adding black pepper but no salt.

10

Heat a clean pan with a splash of olive oil and a touch of butter.

11

Pour the eggs into the hot pan and start to cook, moving them around to ensure even cooking.

12

Once the eggs start to set, add the cooked chorizo and vegetable mixture to the center of the omelette.

13

Fold the omelette over the filling and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

14

Tilt the pan to help fold the omelette onto a plate.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingwhiskingfolding

Equipment Needed

panmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Spanish OmeletteTortilla Española

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