Description
Migas Recipe: Mexican Scrambled Eggs with Crispy Tortillas is a delightful way to kickstart your day with a burst of flavors. This vibrant dish features lightly scrambled eggs mixed with crispy corn tortillas, fresh jalapeños, juicy tomatoes, and melted cheese. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, Migas can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. Customize it by adding your favorite proteins or adjusting the spice level to suit your taste. Whether you are entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet meal at home, this recipe promises satisfaction and a unique culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 corn tortillas, cut into strips
- 1 jalapeño pepper, diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion (white or yellow), diced
- 4–5 eggs, lightly scrambled
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded pepperjack or Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add tortilla strips and fry until crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels; sprinkle with salt.
- In the same pan, sauté the diced jalapeño, red bell pepper, and onion for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomato followed by the lightly scrambled eggs. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes while stirring occasionally until eggs start to set.
- Remove from heat and mix in crispy tortillas and shredded cheese until melted.
- Serve hot topped with optional spicy chili flakes, avocado slices, or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 400mg