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15-Minute Oaxacan Chorizo & Black Bean Skillet with Crispy Tortillas

15-Minute Oaxacan Chorizo & Black Bean Skillet with Crispy Tortillas

This is Oaxacan morning comfort on Brooklyn time. Spicy Mexican chorizo browns in a hot skillet, creating a rich flavor base for crispy tortilla strips, velvety black beans, and jammy eggs—all brought to life with a bright squeeze of lime.

María “Mari” Santiago
María “Mari” Santiago
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
4
easy
breakfast
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Timeline

11 minutes
0m5m10m
Crisp Chorizo & Tortillas
4m
Stir Beans & Garlic
2m
Cook Eggs in Skillet
4m
Brighten & Serve
1m

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Mexican pork chorizo(removed from casings if in links)
  • 0.5 medium white onion(diced)
  • 6 corn tortillas(cut into bite-sized strips)
  • 2 cloves garlic(minced)
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 can canned black beans(15 oz, drained with 2 tbsp liquid reserved)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 lime(halved)
  • 0.5 cup queso fresco(crumbled)
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro(coarsely chopped)
  • 0.25 tsp salt(plus more to taste)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz Mexican pork chorizo and 0.5 medium white onion, crumbling the chorizo with a wooden spoon as it browns, about 3 minutes. Toss 6 corn tortillas right into the rendered spicy fat, tossing so they absorb the oils and get crispy at the edges.

    4 min

    Tip: If your chorizo is very lean (Bodega Mode!), add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil so the tortillas crisp properly instead of scorching.

  2. 2

    Push the crispy tortilla and chorizo mix to the edges of the skillet. Stir 2 cloves garlic, 0.5 tsp ground cumin, and 0.25 tsp salt into the clear center for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in 1 can black beans, mashing about half of them with the back of your spoon so they become creamy and coat the tortillas.

    2 min

    Tip: If it looks a little dry, splash in 2 tablespoons of warm water or reserved bean liquid—we want glossy frijoles, not paste.

  3. 3

    Use your spoon to create 4 shallow wells in the chorizo-bean mixture. Crack 4 large eggs directly into each well. Turn heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid or baking sheet, and cook until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 3 to 4 minutes.

    4 min

    Tip: Keep an eye on the clock—3 minutes gives you lush, runny yolks that form an instant sauce over the beans.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat immediately. Squeeze 1 lime over the entire skillet. Scatter with 0.5 cup queso fresco and 0.25 cup fresh cilantro. Taste a spoonful of the beans and add a pinch more salt if needed—then decide if you want extra hot sauce.

    1 min

    Tip: This is an eat-straight-from-the-pan situation. Ándale, don't suffer through washing extra plates!

Chef's Notes

This is my ultimate 'I woke up starving and someone is demanding breakfast in 10 minutes' recipe. In Oaxaca, chorofrijoles is the golden combination of spicy chorizo stirred directly into creamy beans. My Brooklyn shortcut? Toss cut corn tortillas right into the rendered spicy fat so they crisp up like instant chilaquiles without deep frying. Pantry Mode vs. Mexican Market: Bodega Mode uses store-bought tube chorizo, canned black beans, and crumbled feta if queso fresco is out of stock. If You Have a Mexican Market Nearby: Grab loose artisanal Oaxacan chorizo and fresh queso fresco. Remember: Taste it—then decide if it needs extra salt or hot sauce. We're not suffering for breakfast!

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does 15-Minute Oaxacan Chorizo & Black Bean Skillet with Crispy Tortillas take to make?

15-Minute Oaxacan Chorizo & Black Bean Skillet with Crispy Tortillas takes about 15 minutes total. That includes 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking.

How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings.

What skill level is needed for 15-Minute Oaxacan Chorizo & Black Bean Skillet with Crispy Tortillas?

This recipe is rated easy — it's beginner-friendly and straightforward.

What ingredients do I need for 15-Minute Oaxacan Chorizo & Black Bean Skillet with Crispy Tortillas?

The main ingredients are: Mexican pork chorizo, white onion, corn tortillas, garlic, ground cumin, canned black beans, large eggs, lime, queso fresco, fresh cilantro, salt.

What type of meal is 15-Minute Oaxacan Chorizo & Black Bean Skillet with Crispy Tortillas?

15-Minute Oaxacan Chorizo & Black Bean Skillet with Crispy Tortillas is categorized as: breakfast.