Papas and Chorizo Frittata Recipe

Name: Papas and Chorizo Frittata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, finely diced; 34 lb chorizo sausage, roughly diced; 6 ounces frozen tater tots, thawed; 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup roasted red pepper, diced; 12 large eggs, beaten; 1 cup monterey jack cheese or 1 cup other mexican cheese, grated; 1 large avocado, sliced; ⅛ cup sour cream; ⅛ cup salsa; 3 tablespoons scallions, finely sliced; 3 sprigs cilantro leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely diced
34 lb chorizo sausage, roughly diced
6 ounces frozen tater tots, thawed
2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1 cup roasted red pepper, diced
12 large eggs, beaten
1 cup monterey jack cheese or 1 cup other mexican cheese, grated
1 large avocado, sliced
⅛ cup sour cream
⅛ cup salsa
3 tablespoons scallions, finely sliced
3 sprigs cilantro leaves, for garnish

1
Thoroughly mash the tater-tots in a zip-loc bag.
2
Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch oven safe skillet over medium heat.
3
Add the onion and chorizo and saute for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Add the mashed tater-tots, garlic and red pepper and cook until potatoes are heated through.
5
Pour the egg mixture into the pan.
6
Gently mix the chorizo/potato mixture with the eggs as they begin to set.
7
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and cook the frittata until the eggs are almost completely set through.
8
Use a spatula to ensure the egg mixture is not sticking to the skillet before placing the pan in the broiler.
9
Broil on medium for 2 minutes.
10
Remove the pan from the heat.
11
Invert the frittata onto a platter or large plate and spread the shredded cheese over the top.
12
Lightly cover the frittata with aluminum foil and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
13
Remove foil and garnish with sliced avocado, salsa, sliced scallions and the sprigs of cilantro then serve.

690

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 small onion, finely diced, 34 lb chorizo sausage, roughly diced, 6 ounces frozen tater tots, thawed, and more.

Yes, Papas and Chorizo Frittata falls under the Breakfast 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!

Papas and Chorizo Frittata

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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