A Quick, Easy Migas Recipe
The Spanish word “migas” means ‘crumbs,’ but in the food world, “migas” means different things depending on where you are! Our very favorite version is this Tex-Mex migas recipe, which consists of strips of corn tortillas (NOT tortilla chips), pan fried to crispy perfection, scrambled into cheesy eggs with peppers and onions. If you want to make the very best migas, use Homemade Corn Tortillas and serve them with fresh, homemade Salsa Verde. Or, on a busy morning, use store-bought tortillas and salsa — no biggie. For even more egg inspo, check out our Best Egg Recipes Ever, or for if you simply cannot be confined by eggs, our 50 BEST Breakfast Ideas is for you.
Migas Ingredients
Vegetable oil
Corn tortillas
Onion
Bell pepper
Garlic
Eggs. Use large eggs, or add a couple extra if yours are on the smaller side.
Chili powder
Salt
Fresh cilantro. As ever, if you’ve got the gene that makes cilantro taste like soap, go ahead and skip it.
Monterey Jack cheese
Cotija cheese
How To Make Migas
Slice and dice your peppers, onions and corn tortillas. A really good knife is your BFF here.
Get ready. Heat two tablespoons of oil and one tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet set to medium-high, and line a plate with a paper towel.
Fry the corn tortillas in the oil until they’re nice and crispy, then move them to the paper towel-lined plate.
Egg time. Cook the onion and pepper, then add the garlic. Whip the eggs in a mixing bowl with chili powder and salt, and pour them into the pan.
Get cheesy! Stir in the Jack cheese, cilantro and tortilla strips to the mix.
Serve it up, quick! Best eaten immediately, with plenty of salsa, avocado and pico de gallo on the side.
How To Store + Tips For The Best Migas Ever
Like most egg dishes, migas are best enjoyed fresh and don’t make very good leftovers.
Fresh corn tortillas are a must! Do not attempt this migas recipe with flour tortillas.
Don’t overcook your eggs! The best scrambled eggs are just barely cooked through, still glistening and light and fluffy.
If your pan is too dry, feel free to add more oil or butter.
Experiment with the bell peppers! Red and green peppers will be the most mild in flavor, but if you like to walk on the wild side try adding some jalapeno peppers or even serrano peppers for heat.
If you love migas, you should also give chilaquiles a try!
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