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Potato, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tacos

Delicious Potato, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tacos to Savor

Enjoy hearty Potato, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tacos that are quick to prepare, customizable and satisfying.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 medium Potatoes russet or Yukon gold, or frozen hash browns for a quick substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Vegetable Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Eggs
  • 4 Large Eggs whisk with milk for creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter or Oil
For the Tacos
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 4 Tortillas small flour or corn

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • nonstick skillet
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-step Instructions
  1. Dice the potatoes into small cubes. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced potatoes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  2. In a bowl, whisk the eggs. Add a splash of milk if desired. Melt butter in a separate skillet over medium-low heat. Pour egg mixture and scramble gently until fluffy and slightly undercooked, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or microwave for 20-30 seconds wrapped in damp paper towel.
  4. Assemble tacos by layering crispy potatoes and scrambled eggs on each tortilla. Sprinkle cheese on top while hot.
  5. Serve immediately, allowing guests to add toppings like salsa or avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos are quick to prepare and can be customized to suit your tastes with various toppings.

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