- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 520 kcal
Quick summary
“Breakfast burrito with calabresa sausage is practical, tasty, and perfect for an energetic start to the day. Worth it for the variety of ingredients and ease of preparation.”
What you need to know
- Utiliza tortilhas grandes de trigo para envolver o recheio
- Linguiça calabresa e ovo são os principais ingredientes, adicionando proteínas e sabor
- Queijo muçarela derretido dá textura e sabor no interior do burrito
Ingredients
Main
- 2 large wheat tortillas
- 200g of calabresa sausage, sliced
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup of chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Principal
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil and fry the calabresa sausage until golden.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet and mix well with the sausage and onion.
- Cook the eggs until they are firm but still creamy.
- One by one, place the tortillas on a plate and distribute the filling in the center.
- Add the grated cheese over the filling.
- Roll the tortillas forming burritos and serve hot.
Chef's tips
- Cozinhe os ovos no último momento para manter a textura cremosa
- Use tortilhas quentes para facilitar o envoltório
- Adicione um pouco de pimenta a chile para dar um toque extra de tempero
Variations
- Inclua vegetais como espinafre e cenoura no recheio
- Experimente com diferentes tipos de queijo, como prato ou mussarela
- Adicione um pouco de molho de tomate no recheio para um sabor adicional
Substitutions
- Pode substituir a linguiça calabresa por linguiça portuguesa
- O queijo muçarela pode ser substituído por cheddar ou gorgonzola
- Se preferir, use cebola caramelizada em vez de picada
How to store
The burritos can be served immediately after preparation. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze ready-made burritos. However, the ingredients can be frozen individually. Tortillas and calabresa sausage can be stored for up to 3 months in the freezer. Before freezing, make sure they are completely dry.
What to serve with
Serves well with a green salad or a piece of toasted French bread, to complement the meal and provide a mix of flavors and textures.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to serve burritos?
Burritos can be served hot, directly from the skillet, or each can be served on a plate with a chili sauce or salsa on top.
Can this burrito be made without eggs?
Yes, eggs can be replaced with a melted cheese filling or a ham and cheese mixture.
Can burritos be prepared on a large scale?
Yes, burritos can be prepared in batches and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. At the time of serving, heat them in the microwave or in a skillet.
How can I vary the filling for a vegan burrito?
Use vegetable sausage or vegetable chorizo, add fried tofu and vegetables like zucchini and onion.
