Ma Cristina's Tortilla Eggs

Give your breakfast a bold Latin twist with Ma Cristina’s Tortilla Eggs, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy mornings or a casual weekend brunch. This comforting recipe pairs crispy strips of golden corn tortillas with soft, fluffy scrambled eggs, all elevated by the creamy richness of melted cheese and a sprinkle of freshly chopped cilantro. Ready in just 25 minutes, it combines simple pantry staples like eggs, milk, and olive oil with optional salsa for a zesty finish. Whether you’re whipping it up for two or doubling the batch for more, this flavorful dish promises to become a go-to favorite. Perfect for lovers of Mexican-inspired breakfast recipes, this is an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that’s full of heart and vibrant flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 3 pieces Corn tortillas
• 4 pieces Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cups Shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cups Salsa (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Stack the corn tortillas and cut them into small strips, approximately 1 inch wide.

Step 2

Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl. Add the milk, salt, and ground black pepper, then whisk until fully combined.

Step 3

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is heated, add the tortilla strips to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strips are golden and crispy. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Pour in the egg mixture and cook on low to medium heat, stirring gently to create soft, fluffy scrambled eggs.

Step 6

When the eggs are nearly cooked but still slightly runny, fold in the crispy tortilla strips and shredded cheese. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and divide the tortilla eggs onto two serving plates.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with salsa on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(534.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1127.3

Total Fat 70.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 806.7mg	0%
Sodium 2272.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.0g
Protein 49.9g	0%

Vitamin D 189.0IU	0%
Calcium 635.5mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 632.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.8%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 26.5%