Migas

Serves 6
Prep Time 15 min
Cook Time 30 min
Originating from the need to repurpose leftover tortillas, Migas is a hearty Mexican breakfast dish that transforms leftover tortillas into a flavourful scramble. This version combines crispy tortilla pieces with eggs, peppers, onions, and cheese. The tortillas can be crisped in the oven or swapped for tortilla chips to save time. Everything comes together quickly in one skillet for an easy morning meal.

Ingredients

  • 6 corn tortillas (7 inch/18 cm), chopped into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
  • ¼ cup (60 mL) canola oil, divided
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red pepper, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp (2.5 mL) each salt and pepper, divided
  • 8 eggs
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1 cup (250 mL) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • Step 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss tortillas with 2 tbsp (30 mL) oil until coated. Transfer to two parchment paper–lined baking sheets; bake on top and bottom racks of oven, switching and rotating trays halfway through, for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp and browned around edges.

  • Step 2

    Heat remaining oil in large skillet set over medium-high heat; cook onion, red pepper, jalapeño, garlic, and half of the salt and pepper for about 5 minutes or until vegetables start to soften.

  • Step 3

    Meanwhile, whisk together eggs, 2 tbsp (30 mL) water and remaining salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture into skillet; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes or until soft curds start to form. Stir in tortilla chips and tomato; cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes or until eggs are set. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving
Calories310
Fat21 g
Saturated Fat6 g
Trans Fat0 g
Carbohydrate17 g
Fibre3 g
Sugars3 g
Protein14 g
Sodium390 mg