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Mexican Eggs Benedict

Spice Up Brunch with Mexican Eggs Benedict Delight

Spicy Mexican Eggs Benedict is a vibrant twist on the classic dish, featuring zesty chorizo, poached eggs, and smoky chipotle hollandaise.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chorizo
  • 1 pound Fresh Chorizo Ground or links with casings removed.
For the Eggs
  • 4 Large Eggs Essential for poaching.
For the Base
  • 2 English Muffins High-quality muffins recommended.
For the Hollandaise
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Hot for emulsification.
  • 3 Egg Yolks Use room temperature.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Balances richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Chipotle in Adobo Sauce For smokiness and heat.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavors.
For the Garnish
  • 1 medium Avocado Ripe for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder For finishing touch.
For Seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Blender
  • Pot
  • toaster
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a medium skillet, over medium heat, cook the fresh chorizo for about 3–5 minutes until browned.
  2. Bring a medium pot of water to a gentle boil and poach large eggs for about 3 minutes until whites are set.
  3. Split the English muffins in half, toast until golden brown, and spread butter on each half.
  4. In a blender, combine egg yolks, lime juice, chipotle, and salt, then slowly drizzle in hot melted butter while blending.
  5. Assemble by placing chorizo on buttered muffin halves, topping with poached eggs, and drizzling with hollandaise.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize by swapping chorizo for sautéed veggies or smoked salmon for a delightful variation.

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