Description
Tex-Mex Migas is a flavorful and hearty Mexican-inspired breakfast dish made with scrambled eggs, crispy tortilla strips, vegetables, and melted cheese. It’s a satisfying meal that’s perfect for weekend brunch or a quick breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture:
- 8 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 corn tortillas (cut into strips)
- 1/2 cup onion (diced)
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and minced)
- 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
- 1/2 cup bell pepper (diced)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- salsa and avocado slices for serving
Instructions
- Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Cook Tortilla Strips: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the tortilla strips and cook until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the onion, jalapeño, tomato, and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add Eggs: Push the tortilla-vegetable mixture to the side of the pan and pour in the eggs. Cook gently until just set, stirring occasionally.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with cheese and cilantro. Serve hot with salsa and avocado slices.
Notes
- For extra protein, add cooked chorizo or bacon.
- Use day-old tortillas for the best texture.
- This dish pairs perfectly with refried beans or warm flour tortillas on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 315 mg
