Ingredients
For the Base:
1 butternut squash
1 tbsp olive oil
1 large avocado, smashed with a fork
170 grams ground chorizo (approx. 5 chorizo sausages, removed from their casings)
4 large eggs
1 tsp white vinegar
1 jalapeno, sliced
1 tbsp chopped cilantro
For the Chipotle Hollandaise:
2 egg yolks
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp chopped chipotle pepper in adobo (or 1 tsp chipotle powder)
1/4 cup hot melted butter (or ghee for Paleo/Whole30)
Instructions
1. Grill the Butternut Squash
Peel the butternut squash and cut the long neck into slices about 1/2 inch thick. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat and brush each slice of squash with olive oil. Grill the slices for 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.
2. Make the Chipotle Hollandaise
In a tall container, add egg yolks, salt, lime juice, and chipotle pepper. Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture for 30 seconds. Slowly drizzle the melted butter or ghee into the mixture while blending until fully emulsified. (Alternatively, use a regular blender if you don’t have an immersion blender.)
3. Cook the Chorizo
In a pan, cook the ground chorizo, breaking it up with a fork until it’s crumbly and fully cooked through. Set aside.
4. Poach the Eggs
Fill a pot with about 3 inches of water and bring it to a boil. Add the white vinegar. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir the water in a circular motion to create a whirlpool. Crack an egg into the center and cook for 4 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon. Repeat with the remaining eggs.
5. Assemble the Mexican Eggs Benedict
On each plate, place two slices of grilled butternut squash. Top with smashed avocado, followed by the cooked chorizo and a poached egg. Spoon the chipotle hollandaise over the top. Garnish with jalapenos and chopped cilantro.
Notes
Butternut Squash: This replaces the traditional English muffin for a low-carb and gluten-free base. Grill it to get the perfect tenderness while still holding its shape.
Chipotle Hollandaise: The addition of chipotle gives the hollandaise a smoky, spicy kick, perfectly complementing the chorizo. Adjust the amount of chipotle to your preferred heat level.
Poaching Eggs: The eggs should be cooked until the whites are fully set, but the yolks should remain runny for the perfect texture in this dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Diet: Gluten Free