Description
Migas Recipe: Mexican Scrambled Eggs with Crispy Tortillas is a delicious way to kick-start your day. This vibrant dish features fluffy scrambled eggs tossed with crispy tortilla strips, fresh vegetables, and melty cheese. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying breakfast that bursts with flavor. Whether you’re rushing through a busy morning or enjoying a leisurely weekend brunch, this adaptable recipe caters to all occasions. You can easily customize it with your favorite toppings like avocado or hot sauce to suit your taste. Plus, it’s family-friendly and packed with protein, making it an ideal choice for everyone at the table. Enjoy each mouthful of this comforting classic that combines tradition with a modern twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 corn tortillas
- 1 jalapeno pepper
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 1 small onion
- 4–5 eggs
- 1 medium tomato
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded pepperjack or Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the tortilla strips until crisp (4-5 minutes), then drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced jalapeno, red bell pepper, and onion until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced tomato and pour in lightly scrambled eggs; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook gently for 2-3 minutes until eggs are just set.
- Remove from heat and fold in crispy tortillas and cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings like avocado or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 290mg