Classic Breakfast Tacos with Scrambled Eggs

Classic Breakfast Tacos with Scrambled Eggs

A staple of Tex-Mex cuisine, breakfast tacos are a delicious and customizable way to start the day. This classic version features warm tortillas filled with fluffy scrambled eggs, cheese, and a medley of optional breakfast meats or fresh vegetables, often topped with salsa or hot sauce.

Total Time
25 mins
Serves
4
Difficulty
Easy
Rating
4.7/5

Ingredients

  • 1
    Large Eggs
    8 large eggs
  • 2
    Tortillas
    8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 3
    Cheddar Cheese
    1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack, Mexican blend)
  • 4
    Butter or Oil
    1 tablespoon butter or cooking oil
  • 5
    Salt
    1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 6
    Black Pepper
    1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 7
    Optional Fillings/Toppings
    Cooked breakfast sausage, bacon, chorizo, diced potatoes, black beans, diced avocado, pico de gallo, salsa, hot sauce, sour cream, fresh cilantro, diced onion, bell peppers

Instructions

  1. 1

    **1. Prepare Scrambled Eggs:** In a medium bowl, whisk the 8 large eggs with 1 tablespoon of milk (optional, for creamier eggs), 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.

  2. 2

    Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or cooking oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the egg mixture. Cook, stirring gently and continuously with a spatula, until the eggs are set but still moist and fluffy. Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking.

  3. 3

    **2. Warm Tortillas:** While the eggs are cooking, warm the tortillas. You can do this in several ways: a) Quickly heat them directly over a gas flame for 10-15 seconds per side until lightly charred and pliable; b) Wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-60 seconds; or c) Heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side until soft and warm.

  4. 4

    **3. Prepare Optional Fillings:** If using optional fillings like cooked bacon, sausage, or potatoes, ensure they are cooked and ready before assembling the tacos.

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    **4. Assemble Tacos:** Lay out the warm tortillas. For each taco, spoon a generous portion of the scrambled eggs onto the center of the tortilla. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. If using, add cooked breakfast meat, diced potatoes, or black beans.

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    **5. Add Toppings & Serve:** Top with fresh ingredients like diced avocado, pico de gallo, or fresh cilantro. Drizzle with your favorite salsa or hot sauce, and a dollop of sour cream if desired. Fold or roll the tacos and serve immediately.

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    Note: Breakfast tacos are highly customizable! Feel free to mix and match fillings and toppings based on your preference.

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