Migas

Serves 6
Prep Time 15 min
Cook Time 30 min
The word “migas” means crumbs in Spanish so, in this dish, leftover tortillas are the crumbs used to make a delicious and satisfying breakfast.

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