As winter approaches in Albuquerque, New Mexico, residents often use breakfast burritos to keep their hands warm. Instead of relying only on hot drinks or gloves, many people choose this handheld meal. The breakfast burrito is a common part of the region’s food culture. It usually contains potatoes, eggs, Hatch chile, and cheese. Some versions include bacon, beans, carne adovada, or chorizo. This makes it a flexible option for cold mornings.
The origin of the breakfast burrito is unclear. Several people and places claim to have invented it. Some say it was first served at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in the 1970s. Dee Rusanowski of Saveur Bistro in Santa Fe says she created a handheld version around 1976. Tia Sophia’s restaurant in Santa Fe listed a ‘breakfast burrito’ on its menu in 1975. The true origin is uncertain, and similar ideas may have appeared in California and Mexico at the same time.
Today, the breakfast burrito is a well-known part of New Mexican cuisine. It is popular throughout the Southwest. Many restaurants in Albuquerque offer their own versions. The article lists seven places in the city, each with a different style of breakfast burrito…