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Migas a la Mexicana with Salsa Molcajete

Cultural Context

Migas a la Mexicana is a traditional Mexican dish that showcases the country's love for vibrant flavors and textures. Originating as a way to use leftover tortillas, it combines eggs with fresh vegetables and spices, embodying the resourcefulness of Mexican cuisine. Often served with salsa, it has become a popular breakfast item across Mexico and is now enjoyed in various forms worldwide, with each region adding its unique twist.

MexicanMXmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
6 tortillas
4 eggs
2 serrano peppers
4 tomatoes
water
salt
black beans
ground cumin
sour cream
shredded cheese

tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole grain tortillas add fiber while corn tortillas are often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor.

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey chorizo

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Turkey chorizo is leaner while pork sausage can be more affordable.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

1

Chop 6 tortillas into little squares.

2

Heat oil in a skillet.

3

Fry the tortilla pieces until crispy.

4

Blend 4 tomatoes and 2 serrano peppers with a little water and salt to make salsa.

5

Add 4 eggs to the crispy tortillas and stir to coat them evenly.

6

Turn off the heat before the eggs get dry and cover the skillet.

7

Heat up canned black beans with water and add ground cumin to taste.

8

Serve the migas with salsa poured over the top, and optional black beans on the side.

9

Add sour cream and shredded cheese on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingscramblingfrying

Equipment Needed

skilletblendercan opener

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

MigasMigas Mexicanas
Local Name: Migas a la Mexicana con Salsa Molcajete

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