Description
Migas Breakfast Tacos are a delicious and satisfying Tex-Mex breakfast option featuring scrambled eggs, crispy tortilla strips, melted cheese, and a blend of flavorful toppings, all wrapped in a warm corn or flour tortilla. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch, combining savory, cheesy, and slightly crunchy textures for the ultimate taco experience. Add your favorite salsas or hot sauce to bring even more flavor to this irresistible morning meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 small flour or corn tortillas
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or butter for cooking)
- 2 medium corn tortillas, cut into strips
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Salsa, hot sauce, and/or avocado for topping
Instructions
- Cook the tortilla strips:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the tortilla strips and cook until crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell pepper (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened and slightly browned.
- Scramble the eggs:
- Whisk the eggs in a bowl and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the eggs into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables, stirring occasionally to scramble until the eggs are cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Combine the migas:
- Add the crispy tortilla strips back into the skillet with the scrambled eggs. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and both cheeses, allowing them to melt and combine into the eggs.
- Assemble the tacos:
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Spoon the migas mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Top with fresh cilantro and your choice of salsa, hot sauce, or avocado.
- Serve:
- Fold the tortillas and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Feel free to add additional toppings like sour cream, diced tomatoes, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- For a meat version, you can add cooked chorizo, bacon, or sausage to the migas.
- Corn tortillas will provide a slightly more authentic texture, while flour tortillas give a soft and chewy contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex