Description
Crispy Potato, Egg & Cheese Tacos are a mouthwatering breakfast delight that combines golden, crispy potatoes with fluffy scrambled eggs and melted cheese, all wrapped in warm tortillas. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for brunch or a quick snack anytime you crave comfort food. With customizable ingredients, these tacos promise to evoke the nostalgia of cozy mornings while delivering a satisfying crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 300g), diced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 113g)
- 4 corn tortillas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Potatoes: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes seasoned with salt and pepper, frying until golden brown and crispy for about 10-15 minutes.
- 2. Scramble the Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together eggs with salt and pepper. In another pan, add remaining olive oil and scramble the eggs until fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- 3. Combine: Add shredded cheese to scrambled eggs while still hot, stirring until melted.
- 4. Assemble: Warm tortillas briefly in a pan or microwave. Fill each tortilla with crispy potatoes followed by cheesy scrambled eggs.
- 5. Serve: Plate tacos and add toppings like salsa or avocado if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 210mg