Chorizo Omelette Recipe

A quick and flavorful Spanish-inspired omelette made with crispy chorizo, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese. Ready in just 15 minutes for a spicy, protein-packed breakfast or brunch.

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Course: Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine: Mexican Fusion, Spanish

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Rest Time: 2

Total Time: 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 420kcal

Cost: $6

Equipment

1 10-inch non-stick skillet Essential for easy folding and even cooking
1 Flexible silicone spatula For gentle folding of eggs
1 Whisk To beat eggs until fluffy
1 Cheese grater For freshly grated cheese
1 Bowl For whisking eggs

Ingredients

6 large eggs Room temperature works best
4 oz Spanish chorizo sausage Diced; use cured Spanish type
¼ cup sharp cheddar cheese Grated (or Manchego/pepper jack as alternatives)
2 tablespoon olive oil
salt & black pepper To taste

Optional Add-ins

1 small onion Finely chopped
1 medium bell pepper Diced
2 cloves garlic Minced
fresh herbs Parsley or chives for garnish
hot sauce For serving

Instructions

Heat skillet over medium, cook diced chorizo 3–4 minutes until crispy; add onion/pepper if using.
Whisk eggs with salt & pepper (add milk/cream if desired).
Pour eggs over chorizo; let set 30 sec. Gently pull edges to center, tilt pan for flow. Repeat until almost set.
Sprinkle cheese on half; fold omelette with spatula; slide to plate; garnish with herbs.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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