Mexican Scrambled Eggs
Fluffy scrambled eggs sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and green chilies for a zesty, colorful breakfast inspired by traditional Mexican flavors. Perfect with warm tortillas and beans.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- Eggs: 6 large
- Yellow Onion: ½ medium, finely diced
- Roma Tomatoes: 2 medium, chopped
- Green Chilies (Serrano or Jalapeño): 1–2, finely chopped
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon
- Vegetable Oil or Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Fresh Cilantro: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Corn or Flour Tortillas: 6, warmed
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add oil or butter.
- Combine Ingredients: Sauté onion, tomato, and green chilies for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a bowl, whisk the eggs lightly with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour the eggs into the skillet with the sautéed veggies.
- Cook to Perfection: Stir gently with a spatula until fluffy but slightly creamy.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with warm tortillas, beans, or avocado.
Notes
- Use mild peppers or bell peppers for a kid-friendly version.
- Do not overcook eggs to keep them soft and fluffy.
- Top with cheese or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Wrap leftovers into breakfast burritos for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate with tortillas
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 330mg
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