Breakfast Burritos Filling
Description: A beloved morning staple in New Mexico, breakfast burritos have found their way onto menus at popular fast-food chains like McDonald’s and Burger King. This recipe offers a hearty filling that can be customized to your liking, whether you prefer bacon, ham, beef, or pork. It’s a versatile dish that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a quick snack. Packed with potatoes, onions, peppers, bacon, eggs, and cheese, these burritos are bursting with flavor and Southwest flair. Plus, they’re quick and easy to make, ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Potatoes |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1/2 | Green pepper |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 1/2 | Bacon |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 2 tbsp | Milk |
| 1 | Water |
| 1 tbsp | Butter or margarine |
| 6 | Flour tortillas |
| Grated cheese (for serving) | |
| Sour cream (for serving) | |
| Salsa (for serving) |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 370
- Fat Content: 24g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 137.3mg
- Sodium Content: 560.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 26.6g
- Fiber Content: 2.4g
- Sugar Content: 1.9g
- Protein Content: 11.4g
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Peel and dice the potatoes.
- Chop the onion, green pepper, and garlic.
- Cut the bacon into small pieces.
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Cooking:
- In a skillet, melt the butter or margarine over medium heat.
- Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, green pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
- Once the vegetables are cooked, add the bacon to the skillet. Cook until the bacon is crispy and heated through.
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Egg Mixture:
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with milk or water until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the cooked meat and vegetables in the skillet.
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Cooking Eggs:
- Stir the mixture continuously until the eggs are fully cooked and scrambled.
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Assembly:
- Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.
- Spoon the cooked filling onto each tortilla.
- Sprinkle a tablespoon of grated cheese over the filling on each tortilla.
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Serving:
- Serve the breakfast burritos with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping or topping.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade breakfast burritos!
This recipe yields 6 burritos, making it perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or for meal prep throughout the week. With its hearty ingredients and bold flavors, these breakfast burritos are sure to become a favorite in your household, whether enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or anytime you’re craving a satisfying meal with a Southwestern twist! 🍳🌯
