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Soft Scrambled Migas with Crispy Tortillas and Quick Avocado Salsa

Soft Scrambled Migas are the answer when you want something delicious to serve for brunch and time is of the essence. These migas blend both crispy tortillas and torn tortillas for a mix of textures that make them extra special. Topped with a creamy lime avocado salsa, these migas tend to disappear as quickly as you make them.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 small corn tortillas
  • 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 small red onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
  • 8 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 3 tbsp cotija cheese
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 lime
Quick Avocado Salsa
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp diced red onion
  • 1 tbsp minced cilantro
  • 1 tbsp jalapeno, seeded and diced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 avocado, diced

Method
 

  1. Make the salsa by combining the tomatoes, red onion, minced cilantro, 1 tbsp diced jalapeño, diced avocado, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside to let the flavors marry.
  2. Slice two tortillas into thin strips. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. When hot, add the tortilla strips and crisp, 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
    Tear the other two tortillas into small square and set aside.
  3. Lower the heat to medium low. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the red onion, garlic, and jalapeño. Cook for 2 minutes to soften.
  4. Meanwhile, in a bowl, whisk the eggs with milk and a pinch of salt. Add in 2 tbsp of the cotija cheese. Pour the eggs into the skillet and cook gently.
  5. When the eggs are nearing finishing but are still wet, add in the tortilla pieces. Finish cooking and scrambling the eggs and tortillas. Finish with a squeeze of lime and black pepper.
  6. Plate by spooning the eggs and tortillas into a bowl. Top with a sprinkle of cotija cheese. Then spoon the avocado salsa on top. Top with the crispy tortilla strips. Serve warm and enjoy!