Description
A vibrant and flavorful Tex-Mex breakfast scramble combining scrambled eggs with crispy tortilla strips, fresh vegetables, and cheesy goodness, perfect for a quick and satisfying morning meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 green or red bell pepper diced small
- 1 small yellow or red onion diced small
- 2 6-inch corn tortillas cut into strips
- 4 eggs
- 2 ounces (60 grams) crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa fresco or good jarred salsa
- Chopped cilantro for serving
- Hot sauce for serving
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a medium-sized nonstick frying pan until shimmering.
- Sauté vegetables and tortillas: Add the diced bell pepper, onion, and tortilla strips. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and everything is browned in spots, about five minutes.
- Prepare eggs: Crack the eggs into a small mixing bowl and beat well. Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet over the cooked vegetables and tortillas.
- Add cheese and salsa: Sprinkle the crumbled cotija cheese over the eggs, then spoon the salsa fresco evenly on top.
- Scramble: Gently scramble the mixture with a spatula, lifting from the bottom and stirring occasionally, until the eggs are just set, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat to prevent overcooking.
- Serve: Slide the migas onto serving plates, garnish generously with chopped cilantro, and add hot sauce to taste. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- The quality of the corn tortillas heavily influences the flavor. Use authentic masa-based tortillas for the best taste.
- Feel free to customize the peppers with poblanos or jalapeños for extra spice.
- You can substitute other cheeses such as shredded jack or cheddar if desired.
- For added garnishes, include sliced avocado, minced jalapeños, or extra crumbled cheese.
- This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers stored in an airtight container in the fridge can be reheated in a microwave or skillet within 1-2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg