Description
These Ultimate Breakfast Burritos are a quick and delicious way to start your morning, loaded with fluffy scrambled eggs, savory sausage, fresh veggies, and melted cheddar cheese wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Ready in just 20 minutes, they make a perfect hearty breakfast for busy weekdays or lazy weekends alike.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Protein & Cheese
- 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Others
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Sour cream and salsa, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined and slightly frothy to ensure fluffy scrambled eggs.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bell peppers and onions and sauté them until they soften, about 3-4 minutes, releasing their natural flavors.
- Cook Eggs: Pour the egg mixture into the skillet with the softened vegetables. Stir gently and continuously until the eggs are scrambled and just set, ensuring they remain moist and tender.
- Combine Ingredients: Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the cooked breakfast sausage, diced tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and shredded cheddar cheese evenly through the eggs to meld all flavors together.
- Warm Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until they become pliable and easy to fold, preventing cracks during rolling.
- Assemble Burritos: Divide the egg and sausage mixture evenly among the tortillas. Fold in the sides and roll the tortillas tightly to form burritos that hold all fillings securely.
- Crisp Burritos (Optional): For a crispy exterior, heat a clean skillet over medium heat and place each burrito seam side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and sealed well.
- Serve: Serve the breakfast burritos warm with optional sides of sour cream and salsa for added creaminess and tang.
Notes
- Use cooked sausage to save time; you can opt for spicy or mild sausage depending on your preference.
- Bell peppers and onions can be substituted or enhanced with other veggies like mushrooms or spinach.
- For a vegetarian option, omit sausage and add more veggies or beans.
- Make burritos ahead of time and refrigerate; reheat in a skillet or microwave for a quick breakfast.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, to balance flavors.
