Breakfast burrito

Breakfast Burrito

A Breakfast burrito is a type of breakfast dish that originated in the Southwestern United States. It is a type of burrito, a traditional Mexican dish, that is typically filled with ingredients commonly used in breakfast meals.

History

The breakfast burrito was first popularized in the Southwestern United States in the 1970s. It is believed to have been inspired by the Mexican dish Chimichanga, which is a deep-fried burrito. The breakfast burrito was a convenient and portable breakfast option for workers in the region.

Ingredients

A typical breakfast burrito consists of a large flour tortilla that is filled with various breakfast ingredients. These can include scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, cheese, hash browns, and salsa. However, the ingredients can vary widely depending on personal preference and regional variations.

Variations

There are many variations of the breakfast burrito found throughout the United States and beyond. In the Southern United States, for example, a breakfast burrito may include grits or biscuits and gravy. In the Midwestern United States, a breakfast burrito may include hash browns or sausage gravy. In California, a popular variation includes avocado and sour cream.

Popularity

The breakfast burrito has gained popularity in the United States and is now commonly found in many fast food and casual dining restaurants. It is also a popular choice for brunch meals and is often served with coffee or orange juice.

See also

• List of breakfast foods
• List of American foods
• List of Mexican dishes