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Fried Eggs with Sausage & Cheese

A hearty one-pan breakfast: tomato softened in olive oil, sausage browned, then eggs stirred through and crowned with olives and a melting handful of cheese — perfect rolled into a warm tortilla.

10 May 2023
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Prep5 mins
Cook10 mins
ServesServes 2
LevelEasy

A hearty skillet breakfast that brings together soft eggs, browned sausage, and strands of melting cheese in a single pan. Quick enough for a busy morning, it turns into a full meal wrapped in warm tortilla.

How to Prepare

1

Heat the olive oil and sauté the diced tomato until softened.

Heat the olive oil and sauté the diced tomato until softened
2

Add the sliced hot dogs and cook until lightly golden.

Add the sliced hot dogs and cook until lightly golden
3

Pour in the beaten eggs, season with salt and black pepper, and stir gently until just set.

Pour in the beaten eggs, season with salt and black pepper
4

Scatter over the olive slices and shredded cheese and let it melt.

Scatter over the olive slices and shredded cheese and let
5

Serve hot, wrapped in or alongside warm tortilla bread.

Serve hot, wrapped in or alongside warm tortilla bread

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Chef Noor's Tip

Keep the heat moderate and stir the eggs off the heat just before they look fully set — they will finish cooking in the hot pan and stay soft.

Ingredient Swaps

Swap the hot dogs for slices of pastrami or cooked sausage, whatever you have on hand.

Use any good melting cheese such as mozzarella or cheddar in place of the mixed blend.

Instead of tortilla, serve it with pita bread or toasted bread.

Common Questions

Can I make it without hot dogs?

Yes, it is delicious with just eggs, tomato, and cheese as a quick omelette.

How do I keep the eggs soft and not dry?

Cook over medium heat, stir gently, and stop as soon as they set.

What is the best melting cheese?

Mozzarella or a shredded cheese blend gives lovely stretchy strands.

Is it good for dinner too?

Absolutely, it is a fast dish for any time, especially wrapped in tortilla.

What should I serve it with?

Warm bread, fresh vegetable slices, or a light hot sauce all work well.