Description
Migas, a vibrant Mexican dish, brings together the comforting flavors of scrambled eggs with crispy tortillas, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner, this quick and easy recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare. The harmonious blend of textures and flavors – from the crunch of fried tortillas to the creaminess of eggs – will surely brighten your mornings. Customize your Migas with ingredients like chorizo or hot sauce for an extra kick. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein and nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 corn tortillas, cut into strips
- 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4–5 eggs, lightly scrambled
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded pepperjack cheese
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add tortilla strips and fry until crisp (about 4-5 minutes). Remove and drain on paper towels; season with salt.
- In the same pan, cook the diced jalapeno, red bell pepper, and onion until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the diced tomato and pour in the scrambled eggs. Season with salt and pepper; gently scramble until set (about 2-3 minutes).
- Off heat, fold in crispy tortillas and shredded cheese until melted.
- Serve topped with chili flakes, sliced peppers, avocado, or hot sauce as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 350mg