Custrd is out now on the App Store and Google Play — Try it free for 7 days →
Back to recipes

Migas Breakfast Tacos

Crispy tortilla strips scrambled with eggs, cheese, and poblano peppers—a Tex-Mex breakfast classic. Ready in 15 minutes with bold, savory flavors.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
16g
Migas Breakfast Tacos
comfortquicktex-mexvegetarianeggscheesecrispyfluffy

Ingredients

7 items — tap to check off

Missing one? Custrd suggests a swap that works.

Open the app

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Stack tortillas and cut into 1/4-inch strips. Chop the poblano into small dice.

  2. Step 2

    Crack eggs into a bowl, whisk until yolks and whites combine, then season with salt and pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1.5 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Add tortilla strips and cook, stirring often, until golden and crispy, ~4 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Push tortillas to the side. Add remaining 1.5 tbsp oil and cook poblano until softened, ~2 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Pour in the egg mixture and scramble gently, stirring often, until eggs are just set, ~3 minutes.

  7. Step 7

    Sprinkle cheese over top and stir until melted, ~30 seconds.

  8. Step 8

    Divide migas between two warm tortillas. Top with cilantro or jalapeño, squeeze lime if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • wooden spoon

Cook smarter

Get matched recipes for what’s in your fridge

Custrd is an iPhone and Android app that finds real recipes from the ingredients you already have. No more grocery-list aspirations. Try it free for 7 days.