Cacique’s new Texas-style pork chorizo elevates breakfast tacos with bold Mexican flavors
Cacique, the iconic family-owned Mexican brand, has just dropped a game-changer for breakfast aficionados: a new pork chorizo that’s set to redefine your morning routine.
And this isn’t just any chorizo; it’s a an essential ingredient if you’re into breakfast tacos like we are. Cacique sent us a sample to try, and it’s already a favorite among our tacohead crew.
The Irving-based company says they created the chorizo to cater to the growing demand for authentic Mexican cuisine in Texas, where nearly half of the nation’s chorizo is consumed.
Crafted from premium cuts of pork shoulder, Cacique’s new chorizo is infused with a blend of traditional herbs and spices, including paprika, garlic powder and pepper. We love their rich, robust flavors spiked with just the right kick of chiles and vinegar. Imagine biting into a warm tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, creamy avocado, melted cheese, and a generous helping of this spicy, savory chorizo. Or just pop by Hatch HQ on nearly any Friday morning. We’ll show you how it’s done.
Why all pork? Pork chorizo offers a superior texture and flavor compared to blends that include beef. Pork’s natural fat content ensures a juicier, more flavorful sausage that crisps up beautifully when cooked, making it the ideal choice for breakfast tacos. The spices meld perfectly with the pork, creating a rich, porky taste that beef simply can’t match.
Breakfast tacos have a storied history in Texas. They’re thought to have originated in Monterrey, Mexico, in the early 1900s before making their way to the Lone Star State around 1950. Over the decades, they’ve become a staple across the state, especially in Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth and Dallas. The classic Texas breakfast taco typically features a soft flour tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon or Mexican chorizo, and a variety of toppings like cheese, salsa, and avocado. It’s a dish that’s as versatile as it is beloved, evolving to include a myriad of flavors and styles.
And the best part? You can find Cacique’s Texas-Style Chorizo at grocery stores across Texas, including Albertsons, Brookshire Brothers, Brookshire’s, El Ahorro Supermarket, El Rancho Supermercado, El Rio Grande, Fiesta Mart, Foodarama, Foodtown, G.E. Foodland, Kroger, Savers Cost Plus, Sellers Bros, and United Supermarkets.
Build your tacos in El Rancho’s new Sonoran-style flour tortillas — we love their soft, chewy texture and perfect elasticity — and you’ve got a breakfast taco that’s nothing short of extraordinary.
Photo: Cacique