This recipe is a delightful twist on traditional scrambled eggs, incorporating the flavors of chilaquiles, a classic Mexican dish. The crispy tortilla chips and tangy salsa verde add a wonderful texture and taste to the fluffy scrambled eggs. It's a perfect recipe for a hearty breakfast or brunch that will impress your family and friends with its unique flavors.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
- 1/2 cup salsa verde
- 1/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, salsa verde, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and jalapeno pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the crushed tortilla chips to the skillet and stir well to combine with the onion and jalapeno mixture.
- Sprinkle the ground cumin and chili powder over the tortilla chip mixture. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and gently stir to combine with the tortilla chip mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the eggs are scrambled and cooked to your desired doneness, about 8-10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
- Serve the chilaquiles scramble hot, garnished with additional chopped cilantro and shredded cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Chilaquiles are a traditional Mexican dish typically made with leftover tortillas and served for breakfast.
Salsa verde is a tangy green salsa made from tomatillos, onions, and chili peppers.
Chilaquiles are often topped with sour cream, avocado, or crumbled queso fresco for added creaminess and flavor.