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Mexican Breakfast Skillet

Cultural Context

The Mexican Breakfast Skillet is a vibrant dish that showcases the flavors of traditional Mexican breakfasts, typically featuring eggs, beans, and fresh vegetables. This dish is often enjoyed leisurely on weekends or special occasions, where families gather to share a hearty meal. Today, variations abound, with many adding unique ingredients or spices to reflect personal tastes, making it a popular choice in brunch menus across the globe.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups diced potatoes
1/2 cup sliced green onions
4 oz applewood smoked bacon
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup bell peppers, diced
1/2 cup onions, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 chipotles in adobo, chopped
1 cup queso fresco, crumbled
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons adobo sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.

avocado

🥗Healthier: smashed peas

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Smashed peas provide creaminess and are often less expensive.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more affordable and save cooking time.

tortillas

🥗Healthier: lettuce wraps

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Pita bread can be a cost-effective substitute.

1

Cut the potatoes in half.

2

Cut the peppers and onions; slice some green onions into rings and some into strips for garnish.

3

Cook the applewood smoked bacon until crispy, then set aside.

4

Use the bacon fat to cook the potatoes cut side down until golden brown and crispy, then set aside.

5

Add the peppers, onions, and garlic to the pan with the bacon fat and cook until caramelized; add 1 tablespoon of butter if there's not enough fat.

6

Smash three chipotles with the back of a spoon and mix them into the caramelized veggies.

7

Add the cooked potatoes back to the pan and stir to combine.

8

Crack eggs into the mixture, leaving the yolks runny if desired.

9

Top the skillet with queso fresco and crispy bacon, then add green onions, cilantro leaves, drizzle with adobo sauce, and squeeze fresh lime over the top.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Huevos Rancheros SkilletMexican Egg Skillet
Local Name: Desayuno Mexicano en Sartén

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