Introduction to a Culinary Journey
One of my favorite parts about eating is that it transforms any ordinary day into a trip to a foreign land, and some of my favorite places to go are India, Korea, and Italy. While some people will eat just about anything, there are many of us that choose based on our mood, sensations, atmosphere, and desires. I am very conscious of my food and the type that goes into my body, so when I am craving something in particular, I want it to be an experience worthwhile!
The Craving for Mexico
On one Sunday morning, I woke up with a strong urge to travel, but where did I want to go? Normally, this is the toughest part, but I knew immediately I wanted to head south of the border down to Mexico. Since one of our favorite household meals is breakfast, whether it! be breakfast sandwiches or breakfast bowls, I knew my partner would want to go too! The ‘where’ had been chosen so easily, and fortunately, so had the ‘what’… we looked at each other and knew we had to go the route of a Mexican Breakfast Bowl.
What Should We Take?
The trip is normally a quick one – no longer than a couple of hours – so it’s vital that you take not only the essentials but any additions must also be of good quality! Let’s break down the essentials in a breakfast bowl:
- Eggs
- Meat – chorizo, bacon, chicken, beef
- Avocado
Now, I know what you’re thinking – “That’s a short list!!” And yes, it is, but remember those are only the essentials. If you knew you needed to make it a quick trip, you could get away with those three and still call it a Mexican Breakfast Bowl. But, who are we kidding?! We never leave any man behind, so we are going to go heavy on the additions. This trip is going to be one to remember! So let us move on to the (quality) additions:
- Cheese
- Tomato
- Sour Cream
- Onion
- Cilantro
And that’s not even all you could go with… the add-ons could be listed for pages! Salsa, corn, green onion, zero-carb rice, cauliflower rice, a second meat, lime wedges… I think you get the point. As I mentioned above, we choose based on our mood, sensations, atmosphere, and desires, and the above four additions were particular to my mood on that Sunday morning.
Pack and Take Off
When you are packing (or should I say assembling) and you already know what you need, it’s a quick process. One of my least favorite things to do is pack for a trip, but putting this Mexican Breakfast Bowl together was fun with all the colors and ways you could arrange and layer the ingredients! Sometimes it’s important to get away from reality for a bit and remind yourself of all the wonderful things you’re surrounded by. And, what better way to do this than to create a delicious meal! So, where will you go on your next trip?
Mexican Breakfast Bowl Recipe
- 2 large eggs
- 1 link chorizo (4 ounces)
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1/4 cup Cheddar Cheese
- 1/4 small tomato
- 1 tbsp cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Cook chorizo over medium-high heat in a skillet.
- Place cooked chorizo on a paper towel and pour out some of the grease (if desired) leaving some to cook the eggs in.
- Break two eggs into a medium heat skillet with chorizo grease and scramble. Add milk if desired to make it more fluffy.
- Once cooked, place eggs at the bottom of a bowl.
- Top the eggs with chorizo and layer on the avocado, cheese, tomato, sour cream, and cilantro.
- Serve immediately while still warm and enjoy your trip to Mexico!
About the Author
Megha Barot
Megha has always been a passionate cook, but she took this to a new level after starting her keto journey in 2015. She loves creating new recipes and producing educational content, which she co-founded in 2016 with Matt. Her passion for healthy eating and personal development continues to thrive. She’s the proud mom of two awesome kids.
