The Perfect Breakfast Burrito
About this recipe
Breakfast burritos are a beloved staple, especially in sunny San Diego, where they’re practically a way of life. This recipe from Sam the Cooking Guy brings together crispy bacon, savory sausage, and perfectly seasoned potatoes, all wrapped in a warm tortilla for a hearty meal.
What makes this breakfast burrito stand out is the homemade salsa made from roasted vegetables, adding a fresh and flavorful kick. Plus, the slow-scrambled eggs with melted American cheese create a creamy texture that ties everything together.
Ingredient notes
- You can use any type of breakfast sausage you prefer, but pork sausage is recommended for this recipe.
- If you don't have red potatoes, you can substitute with another variety of potatoes that you like.
Tips from SAM THE COOKING GUY’s video
- Cut the potatoes into even-sized pieces to ensure they cook uniformly and get crispy.
- For the salsa, roasting the vegetables enhances their flavor, so don’t rush this step—let them blister and soften for the best results.
- Scramble the eggs slowly over low heat, stirring frequently to achieve a creamy texture without overcooking them.
Good to know
- How many servings does this recipe make?
- This recipe makes 2 servings.
- What is the total cooking time for this breakfast burrito?
- The total cooking time is about 30 minutes.
- Can I prepare the sausage and bacon the day before?
- Yes, you can cook the sausage and bacon the day before and reheat them before assembling the burrito.
- What type of cheese is used in the burrito?
- American cheese is used in this breakfast burrito.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to SAM THE COOKING GUY: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Cook the bacon and pork sausage in a heated pan until browned and cooked through.
- 2
Cut the red potatoes into even-sized pieces for uniform cooking.
- 3
In a separate pan, heat oil and add the potatoes, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until golden and crispy, about 15 minutes.
- 4
In another pan, heat oil and add chopped onion, roma tomatoes, garlic, and serrano peppers to roast until softened and blistered.
- 5
Once the vegetables are roasted, blend them with salt, pepper, oil, and cilantro to make salsa. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 6
In the same pan used for the potatoes, add butter and a bit of bacon grease to cook the eggs. Scramble the eggs slowly over low heat, stirring frequently.
- 7
Add cooked bacon to the eggs and mix in American cheese until melted and combined.
- 8
Prepare the large flour tortillas by warming them slightly.
- 9
Assemble the burrito by layering the scrambled eggs, crispy potatoes, salsa, sour cream, and shredded cheese mix in the tortilla. Roll it up tightly to enclose the filling.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- Estimated quantities for ingredients based on typical serving sizes.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from SAM THE COOKING GUY’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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