These breakfast tacos are so easy to make and so delicious.
The Deets
Caramelized Onion & Cheddar Smashed Sausage Breakfast Tacos – Imagine the savory goodness of a smash burger, but totally transformed for breakfast! These tacos are packed with juicy, flavorful sausage, rich melted cheddar, and a touch of sweetness from caramelized onions, making each bite a satisfying morning indulgence.
For the best results, I highly recommend using Trader Joe’s Caramelized Onion Cheddar – it melts beautifully in the center of each sausage patty and adds an irresistible flavor depth that pairs perfectly with the savory sausage. Each taco comes together with a melty, cheesy bite that’s balanced by the caramelized onions’ subtle sweetness. But the process is almost as fun as the final product.
Start by cooking up an egg to your liking – whether that’s soft and runny or more set, it’ll be the perfect topper. Now here’s the fun part: grab a warm tortilla to make the breakfast taco and spread a layer of sausage on one side. Once that’s ready, place it sausage-side down onto a hot pan and use a press (or the back of a spatula) to flatten it down. The sausage will cook quickly, crisping up at the edges and giving you a satisfying crunch in every bite.
Once your sausage is cooked and the cheddar is all melty, place the cooked egg right on top. Then, fold up the tortilla, letting all those flavors come together. The result? A perfectly layered breakfast taco that’s savory, cheesy, and filled with the comfort of caramelized onions. These breakfast tacos are bound to be a hit and might just become a weekend favorite. Full recipe below – enjoy every bite! <3 If you enjoy this recipe check out my sandwich ideas here!
Caramelized onion & cheddar smashed sausage breakfast taco
Ingredients
- 1 medium tortilla
- 2 eggs
- A few slices of cheddar cheese ideally with Trader Joes caramelized onion cheddar
- 1 shallot or onion
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 sausage link – I did hot sausage
- Sea salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Thinly slice onion or shallot and add to a pan with olive oil, salt and pepper. Cook stirring often for about 20 min or until onion has softened and browned. Remove from pan.
- Remove sausage from casing and push into tortilla in a thin even layer. You dont want this to get too thick as you want it to cook all the way through
- Add butter to same pan add sausage tortilla face down. Cook for about 5 min or until sausage is nicely brown and then flip and cook for about 5 min on medium / low heat.
- Remove from pan and wipe pan clean. Melt butter in pan and whisk 2 eggs in a bowl. Pour into pan in an even layer. Add onions and cheddar to the center, then fold each of the sides. This will help the cheddar melt.
- Add to the center of the tortilla and fold over. Slice in half and enjoy!
