Best 3 Tex Mex Migas Recipes

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Migas, a staple breakfast dish in Northern Mexico and the Southwestern United States, is a delicious combination of flavors and textures. Made with corn tortillas, scrambled eggs, and a variety of fillings like cheese, vegetables, and meat, migas can be easily customized to suit your preferences. This versatile dish is not only a great way to use up leftover tortillas but also a hearty and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even lunch. With its colorful ingredients and savory taste, migas is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TEX-MEX MIGAS



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A favorite for breakfast or brunch in central Texas.

Provided by Xoana

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles
½ tomato, chopped
6 large eggs
¼ cup crushed tortilla chips, or to taste
¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas
6 tablespoons taco sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green chiles and tomato in the melted butter until tomato is softened, about 5 minutes. Crack eggs directly into the skillet and stir until yolks break; cook until eggs are scrambled and slightly set, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle tortilla chips over eggs; mix chips into eggs. Move egg mixture to the side of the skillet, turn off heat, and sprinkle egg mixture with Cheddar cheese. Cover skillet and set aside until cheese is melted and eggs are cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Stack flour tortillas on a microwave-safe plate; microwave until tortillas are warmed, about 30 seconds.
  • Spoon egg mixture onto each tortilla and top with about 1 tablespoon taco sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 196 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 661.1 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

MIGAS (TEX/MEX SCRAMBLED EGGS)



MIGAS (TEX/MEX SCRAMBLED EGGS) image

Categories     Egg     Breakfast     Sauté     Quick & Easy

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 eggs
1T half and half
1T prepared salsa
1/4 pound Chorizo Sausage
2T diced onion
2T diced green pepper
tortilla chips
grated cheese (optional)
sour cream (optional)
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Beat eggs, half and half, and salsa. Saute chorizo, onion, and green pepper in a pat of butter, turn heat down to medium-low and pour egg mixture into pan. Take a hand-full of tortilla chips and crumble into cooking egg mixture. Scramble eggs till done. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with cheese, sour cream, and additional salsa, if desired.

TEX-MEX MIGAS



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These are really good! I found this recipe on The Kitchn, and I've been making it when I want a warm, filling breakfast.

Provided by elisechristiane

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 eggs
2 tablespoons salsa
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced (about 1/3 cup)
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 corn tortillas, in 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup grated cheese (Cheddar or Monterrey Jack)
salt and pepper, to taste
salsa (optional, to garnish)
pico de gallo (optional, to garnish)
cheese (optional, to garnish)
sour cream (optional, to garnish)
avocado (optional, to garnish)
cilantro (optional, to garnish)
scallion (optional, to garnish)
tortilla (optional, for serving)
beans (optional, for serving)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and salsa. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and jalapeño and cook until onion is soft and translucent. Add tortillas and cook, stirring frequently, another minute or two until soft.
  • Reduce heat to low and add eggs. Scramble until eggs are almost set, then fold in cheese and remove from heat.
  • Garnish and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.2, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 441.1, Sodium 623, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.7, Protein 20.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your migas.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. Migas is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of different ingredients. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or substitute them for the ones listed in the recipe.
  • Make sure the eggs are cooked to your liking. Some people like their eggs scrambled soft, while others prefer them cooked hard. Cook the eggs to your desired doneness.
  • Serve migas immediately. Migas is best served hot and fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat it over medium heat until warmed through.

Conclusion:

Migas is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It's a great way to use up leftover tortillas and eggs. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor, migas is a dish that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty breakfast or brunch recipe, give migas a try!

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