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Simple Machaca con Huevo
Simple Machaca con Huevo
Classic DishMachaca con Huevo
Prep: 15 min • Cook: 15 min. This classic Northern Mexican breakfast features tender shredded dried beef (machaca) scrambled with fluffy eggs, creating a hearty and flavorful dish. It's traditionally served with warm corn tortillas and a side of refried beans, perfect for a satisfying start to your day.
- Preparation time
- 15 min
- Cooking time
- 15 min
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
Cooking
- 1Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and serrano pepper (if using) and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- 2Stir in the diced tomato and cook for another 3 minutes, until it starts to break down slightly.
- 3Add the machaca to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is thoroughly heated and slightly crisped.
- 4In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5Pour the whisked eggs over the machaca mixture in the skillet. Cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are scrambled and cooked to your desired consistency.
- 6Serve immediately with warm corn tortillas and a side of refried beans.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 451 kcal
- Protein
- 30 g
- Fat
- 26 g
- Carbs
- 21 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 451 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Carbs | 21 g |
Tips
- If your machaca is very dry, you can rehydrate it slightly by soaking it in a small amount of warm water for 5 minutes before cooking.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cumin or oregano to the vegetable mixture along with the tomatoes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, a dollop of crema, or a sprinkle of crumbled cotija cheese for an elevated presentation and taste experience.
