Mexican Chorizo Strata Recipe

Name: Mexican Chorizo Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: EVOO or vegetable oil; 1 pound fresh Mexican chorizo or other spicy bulk sausage; 7 to 8 slices (1-inch thick) good-quality stale white or egg-based bread, cut into large cubes; 3 roasted green New Mexico chile peppers or 2 poblano or Anaheim peppers, peeled, seeded and chopped, or two 4-ounce cans chopped green chilies, well drained; 2 cups whole milk; 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, melted and cooled; 1 tablespoon hot sauce; 6 large organic eggs; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar; 1 cup sour cream; 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled; Juice of 1 lime; Diced ripe heirloom tomato, for serving; Fresh cilantro leaves, torn, for serving

Servings: persons

EVOO or vegetable oil
1 pound fresh Mexican chorizo or other spicy bulk sausage
7 to 8 slices (1-inch thick) good-quality stale white or egg-based bread, cut into large cubes
3 roasted green New Mexico chile peppers or 2 poblano or Anaheim peppers, peeled, seeded and chopped, or two 4-ounce cans chopped green chilies, well drained
2 cups whole milk
1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, melted and cooled
1 tablespoon hot sauce
6 large organic eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar
1 cup sour cream
1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
Juice of 1 lime
Diced ripe heirloom tomato, for serving
Fresh cilantro leaves, torn, for serving

1
Cook's Note: To roast the chile peppers, broil, turning occasionally with tongs and leaving the oven door ajar to allow steam to escape, until the skins are blackened all over.
2
Transfer to a bowl, cover and let cool.
3
Peel, seed and chop.
4
Heat a drizzle of EVOO in a skillet.
5
Add the chorizo and cook, crumbling with a wooden spoon, until browned.
6
Drain off the fat.
7
Arrange the bread in a casserole dish.
8
Top with the chorizo and then the roasted chiles.
9
Whisk together the milk, butter, hot sauce and eggs in a bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper; pour over the chiles.
10
Top with the cheese.
11
Cover and refrigerate at least overnight and up to 2 days.
12
To serve, bring the strata to room temperature and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Bake the strata for 1 hour.
13
Meanwhile, whizz together the sour cream, avocado and lime juice in a food processor and season with salt and pepper.
14
Top the strata with tomatoes, cilantro and dollops of the avocado sour cream.

1165

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: EVOO or vegetable oil, 1 pound fresh Mexican chorizo or other spicy bulk sausage, 7 to 8 slices (1-inch thick) good-quality stale white or egg-based bread, cut into large cubes, 3 roasted green New Mexico chile peppers or 2 poblano or Anaheim peppers, peeled, seeded and chopped, or two 4-ounce cans chopped green chilies, well drained, and more.

Yes, Mexican Chorizo Strata falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mexican Chorizo Strata

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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