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Cheesy Chorizo Scrambled Eggs with Crisps recipe
Rich, softly set scrambled eggs are folded with smoky chorizo and melted cheese, then finished with a satisfying crisp crunch. It’s a quick, indulgent dish that works brilliantly for breakfast, brunch or a speedy savoury snack.
15 min · Easy · British Jump to method
Ingredients
- 4 Eggs
- 100g Chorizo Sausage
- 60g Cheese
- 30g Crisps
- 15g Butter
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 470 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g |
| Fat | 38 g |
| Saturated fat | 16 g |
| Fibre | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 950 mg |
Why this works
Rich, energy-dense dish with high protein and very high saturated fat and sodium, best enjoyed occasionally rather than as an everyday meal.
Protein from eggs and cheese. Provides a useful amount of complete protein for satiety and muscle repair, with around 22 g per serving.
High saturated fat and sodium. Chorizo, cheese, butter and crisps contribute significant saturated fat and salt, which may be a concern for heart health if eaten often.
Micronutrient contribution from eggs. Eggs provide vitamin B12, vitamin D and choline, supporting nerve function and normal energy metabolism.
Method
- Remove the chorizo from the sausages and slice or crumble it finely.
- Melt the butter in a frying pan over a medium heat and cook the chorizo for 3-4 minutes until the fat has rendered and it is lightly crisp.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl until just combined, then pour them into the pan with the chorizo.
- Stir gently with a spatula, scraping the base of the pan, until the eggs are softly scrambled and nearly set.
- Scatter in the cheese and fold through for 30 seconds until melted.
- Crush the crisps lightly and sprinkle over the top just before serving for crunch.
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