Authentic Migas Recipe ( Crispy Tortilla and Eggs )

Migas is the ultimate Mexican breakfast comfort food! Crispy tortillas, eggs, and tons of flavor from the tomato and onion. So Good! It is my pleasure to teach you how to make this easy tortilla and egg dish, so let’s get cracking! ( pun intended😁 )

What Are Migas?

Migas is a traditional Mexican breakfast. The word “Migas” translates to “crumbs”. This dish originated out of Spain, then traveled to Mexico and beyond.

Traditionally, migas are made with leftover tortillas from the previous meal. The tortillas were too hardened to use again, so instead, they are cut into pieces, fried in oil, then scrambled with eggs. It’s so simple, but nothing short of amazing!

How to Make Migas With Onion and Tomato

Prep

Cut tortillas into triangles, squares, or strips. Chop onions and tomatoes. Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in oil.

Cook

Add the tortilla pieces into the hot oil. Cook the tortillas until crispy and golden brown ( about 7 minutes ), stirring continuously to avoid burning the tortillas. Transfer the tortillas to a plate and set aside.

Reduce the heat to medium and add in the onions. Cook for about a minute, then add the tomato. Cook for another minute.

Add in the eggs, salt, and crispy tortillas. Mix together and cook through.

Serve immediately. Enjoy!

How To Serve Migas

In Mexico, this breakfast is usually served as a complete meal or with a side of beans, AKA Frijoles de la olla, and avocado slices. Fresh fruit or a smoothie is also a great accompaniment.

If you want to recreate the Tex-Mex style migas, they are usually loaded with toppings, such as:

• Cilantro and red onions
• Sour cream
• Queso Fresco, Cotija, cheddar or Monterey jack cheese
• Salsa
• Avocado Slices or guacamole
• Fresh or pickled jalapeños
• Chorizo or bacon

If you’ve never had Migas before, you need to make them A.S.A.P! 😉

Till the next one!

Authentic Migas

Maria Felipa

Tortillas are cut into pieces, fried in oil until crispy, then scrambled with eggs, tomato, and onions.

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 4 persons

Ingredients

  

• 8 corn tortillas
• ¼ cup canola oil
• 1/4 onion chopped
• 1 Roma tomato chopped
• 6 eggs
• salt to taste

Instructions

 

Prep

• Cut tortillas into triangles, squares, or strips. Chop onions and tomatoes. Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in oil.

Cook

• Add the tortilla pieces into the hot oil. Cook the tortillas until crispy and golden brown ( about 7 minutes ), stirring continuously to avoid burning the tortillas. Transfer the tortillas to a plate and set aside.
• Reduce the heat to medium and add in the onions. Cook for about a minute, then add the tomato. Cook for another minute.
• Add in the eggs, salt, and crispy tortillas. Mix together and cook through.
• Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.