Morning Tailgate Fiesta
Get Your Queso Fundido On
Kick off your tailgating morning with a twist on the classic Mexican dish, queso fundido. This mouthwatering breakfast version combines sautéed chorizo, onion, and poblano chile with scrambled eggs and a generous helping of melted cheese.
Gather ‘Round
Huddle around the pan and scoop up this oozy delight with crispy tortilla chips or warm flour tortillas. It’s the perfect way to start your tailgating adventure.
What You’ll Need
For this recipe, you’ll need Mexican chorizo, a fresh pork sausage that must be cooked before eating. Look for it at gourmet markets or online. If you can’t find it, substitute with any fresh, spicy sausage.
Game Plan
Prefer to cook indoors? No problem! Simply cook the recipe on the stovetop, then transfer the skillet to a 350°F oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Recipe Details
Yield: 4-6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh Mexican chorizo, casings removed
- 1 fresh poblano chile, stemmed, seeded, and diced
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 12 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 medium scallions, thinly sliced
- Mexican-style hot sauce, for serving
- Tortilla chips or warmed flour or corn tortillas, for serving
Let’s Get Cooking!
Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat on an outdoor grill. Add the chorizo and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it’s cooked through and lightly browned. Then, add the poblano and onion, stirring occasionally, until they’re softened.
Next, whisk together the eggs and salt, then pour them into the skillet. Let them cook until they just start to set, then stir and spread them back into an even layer.
Finally, sprinkle the cheese over the egg mixture and cook until melted and bubbly. Top with scallions and serve immediately with hot sauce and your favorite dipping options.
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