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Fried Corn Tortillas with Eggs and Veggies

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings
  • Category: breakfast
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and hearty dish that combines crispy fried corn tortillas, eggs, and flavorful veggies. This economical recipe was a favorite of my grandmother to feed her grandkids, and it’s sure to be a hit with your family too!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 10 corn tortillas
  • 1/4 onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
  • 6 eggs
  • A splash of milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking oil (for frying)


Instructions

  • Cut the corn tortillas into small cubes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet and fry the tortilla cubes in two batches until crispy. Set the fried tortillas aside.
  • While the tortillas are frying, dice the onion, jalapeño, and tomato.
  • In the same skillet, cook the diced tomato, onion, and jalapeño until they become soft and tender.
  • In a bowl, beat the eggs with a splash of milk, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Once the veggies are cooked, add the fried tortillas to the skillet and mix well.
  • Pour the beaten eggs over the mixture, stirring until the eggs are fully cooked.
  • If desired, top with shredded cheese.
  • Serve and enjoy! This recipe makes 3-4 servings.

Notes

  • This dish can be adjusted to your taste by adding more or fewer veggies, or by skipping the cheese if preferred.
  • You can add any leftover cooked meats or beans to make it even heartier.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg