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Potato, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tacos

Fluffy Potato, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tacos to Wow Your Mornings

These Potato, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tacos are easy to prepare and customizable, perfect for a hearty breakfast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups diced potatoes can substitute with sweet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can be replaced with butter
  • to taste salt adjust based on dietary needs
  • to taste pepper use freshly ground for best flavor
  • 4 eggs can incorporate milk or plant-based alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons milk substitute with almond or soy milk for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon butter can replace with margarine for lower-calorie
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese swap for pepper jack for spice
For Assembly
  • 4 flour tortillas can choose corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • to taste salsa can use homemade or store-bought
  • to taste cilantro omit if disliked, can substitute with green onions

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • non-stick pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat, add 2 cups of diced potatoes, season with salt and pepper, sauté for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 4 eggs, 2 tablespoons of milk, a pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper until smooth.
  3. In a non-stick pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter, then pour in the egg mixture, stirring gently for about 3-4 minutes until slightly runny.
  4. Warm 4 flour tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  5. Assemble by placing crispy potatoes on each tortilla, add scrambled eggs, and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Serve warm with salsa and cilantro on top, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with different ingredients like sweet potatoes, various cheeses, or toppings to suit your taste.

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