Authentic Mexican Migas Breakfast Recipe
Migas are perfect for a weekend breakfast/brunch or a cozy, speedy dinner option. They're also an excellent choice for using stale tortillas.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 477kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 soft corn tortillas
- 1 fresh medium tomatoes seeded and diced
- 3 green onions diced
- ½ jalapeño pepper seeded and diced
- 4 eggs beaten
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet.
- Roll the tortillas and slice them into strips. Fry in hot oil until crisp, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- To the skillet, add tomatoes, green onions, and jalapeño. Fry for 2 minutes.
- Return the tortilla strips to the pan. Pour in the beaten eggs. Season with salt and pepper.
- Scramble the eggs with a wooden spoon, removing the skillet from heat as they start to set. Continue stirring until they reach your desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Notes
- Tortilla Tips: For an extra crunch, ensure your tortillas are slightly stale.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of jalapeño to suit your spice preference. You can also include other peppers like Serrano for a different flavor profile.
- Egg Cooking: For creamy scrambled eggs, cook them on low heat and continuously stir. Remove from heat while they're slightly runny as they will continue to cook in the residual heat.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with a side of refried beans, sliced avocado, or warm tortillas for a complete meal.
- Storage: If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid overcooking the eggs.
- Variations: Feel free to add cooked chorizo, diced bell peppers, or cheese for additional flavors and textures.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 655mg | Sodium: 565mg | Potassium: 535mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1751IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 152mg | Iron: 4mg
