Mexican Eggs Benedict: A Spicy Brunch Fiesta
This Mexican Eggs Benedict is one of my absolute favourite things to enjoy for breakfast or brunch. The combination of spicy chorizo, smashed avocado, jalapenos and chipotle hollandaise is insanely delicious!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Grilling, Poaching, Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican, Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 butternut squash
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large avocado, smashed
- 170 grams ground chorizo
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 jalapeno, sliced
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped chipotle pepper in adobo
- 1/4 cup hot melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Butternut Squash: Peel a butternut squash and cut the long neck into slices approximately 1/2 inch in thickness. Heat a grill to medium high heat. Brush each butternut squash slice with olive oil and grill the slices for approximately 5-6 minutes per side until grill marks appear and the squash is slightly tender. Transfer the slices to the oven set on very low heat to keep them warm while you prep the rest of the recipe. Grilling the butternut squash adds a smoky flavor and tenderizes it.
- Make the Chipotle Hollandaise: In a tall container add the egg yolks, salt, lime juice and chipotle pepper. Insert an immersion blender into the container and blend for 30 seconds. Very slowly drizzle the melted butter/ghee into the container while blending. This could also be done in a blender if you do not have an immersion blender. Using an immersion blender or blender ensures a smooth and emulsified hollandaise.
- Cook the Chorizo: Cook the ground chorizo meat in pan, breaking up the meat with a fork into a crumbly texture. Breaking up the chorizo ensures even cooking and a crumbly texture.
- Poach the Eggs: Bring a pot filled with approx 3 inches of water to a boil and add in the white vinegar. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium low and move a spoon quickly in a circular motion in the water to create a whirlpool and then crack an egg into the middle. Leave to cook for 4 minutes before removing it from the water using a slotted spoon. Repeat with the remaining eggs. Creating a whirlpool helps to keep the egg white together and create a perfectly shaped poached egg.
- Assemble the Eggs Benedict: To assemble place two butternut squash on a plate, top each slice with smashed avocado, some of the chorizo meat, a poached eggs and spoon the hollandaise overtop. Garnish with jalapeños and cilantro before serving. Layering the ingredients creates a visually appealing and flavorful dish.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife for squash.
- Drizzle butter slowly for hollandaise.
- Create a whirlpool for poached eggs.
- Adjust chipotle to your spice preference.