Desayuno Norteño

Desayuno Norteño is a hearty and protein-packed Mexican breakfast featuring scrambled eggs with chorizo, black beans, and fresh vegetables, served alongside warm corn tortillas. This dish is not only delicious but also provides a satisfying start to your day with its rich flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Eggs - 4 large
• Chorizo - 100 grams, crumbled
• Black beans - 1 cup, cooked
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Onion - 1/4, diced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Corn tortillas - 4 small
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Avocado - 1 small, sliced (for serving)

Steps

1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the diced onion and red bell pepper until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the crumbled chorizo to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. In a bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and black pepper. Pour the eggs into the skillet with the chorizo and vegetables, stirring gently until the eggs are scrambled and cooked to your liking.
4. Heat the black beans in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed through.
5. In a separate skillet, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
6. To serve, divide the scrambled eggs and chorizo mixture between two plates, add a scoop of black beans, and serve with warm tortillas and avocado slices. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 300 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.

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