Description
Welcome to a delightful brunch adventure! Today, we’re diving into one of the most delicious and unique breakfast dishes – Mexican Eggs Benedict. This recipe combines the classic Benedict with a bold Mexican twist, featuring spicy chorizo, smashed avocado, jalapeños, and a creamy chipotle hollandaise sauce. If you’re a fan of exciting, vibrant flavors, this Mexican Eggs Benedict is the perfect choice to spice up your morning
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash (sliced into ½-inch rounds)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large avocado (smashed)
- 170 grams ground chorizo (approx. 5 chorizo sausages, casings removed)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 jalapeño (sliced)
- 1 tbsp cilantro (chopped)
Chipotle Hollandaise Sauce:
- 2 egg yolks
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped chipotle pepper in adobo (or 1 tsp chipotle powder)
- ¼ cup melted butter or ghee (for Paleo/Whole30)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Butternut Squash
Peel and slice the neck of the butternut squash into ½-inch thick rounds. Brush each round with olive oil and grill on medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side until tender and grill marks appear. Transfer the slices to the oven set at low heat to keep them warm.
Step 2: Cook the Chorizo
In a pan, cook the ground chorizo over medium heat, breaking it apart into crumbles until fully cooked. Set aside.
Step 3: Make the Chipotle Hollandaise
In a tall container, combine egg yolks, salt, lime juice, and chipotle pepper. Use an immersion blender to mix for 30 seconds, then slowly drizzle in the melted butter or ghee while continuing to blend. Set the hollandaise aside.
Step 4: Poach the Eggs
Bring a pot of water with vinegar to a simmer. Stir to create a whirlpool and gently crack an egg into the center. Cook for about 4 minutes until the egg white is set. Remove with a slotted spoon. Repeat for each egg.
Step 5: Assemble the Mexican Eggs Benedict
Place two grilled butternut squash slices on each plate. Top each slice with smashed avocado, crumbled chorizo, a poached egg, and a generous spoonful of chipotle hollandaise. Garnish with jalapeño slices and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh chorizo and ripe avocado enhance the flavor of this dish.
- Adjust the heat level: You can make the dish milder by reducing the amount of chipotle pepper or jalapeños, or spice it up with extra heat.
- For a Whole30 or Paleo version: Use ghee in the hollandaise sauce and ensure your chorizo is compliant with your diet.