Migas
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Migas

4 servings · 141g/servingMexicanOriginal recipe ↗

Ingredients

  • Flour tortillas220g2 × tortilla (approx 12" dia)
  • Canola oil42g
  • Bell Peppers37.25g0.5 × 1 cup sliced
  • Yellow Onion40g0.5 × 1/2 cup chopped
  • Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole200g1.25 × 3 large
  • Cheese, cheddar, sharp, sliced26g1 oz

Estimated Cost

  • Flour tortillas (220g)
  • Canola oil (42g)
  • Bell Peppers (37.25g)$0.43
  • Yellow Onion (40g)$0.10
  • Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole (200g)$0.83
  • Cheese, cheddar, sharp, sliced (26g)$0.21
Total (4 servings)$1.57(~$0.39/serving)

* Cost estimate based on 4 of 6 ingredients.

Prices are estimates based on Kroger grocery store data, last updated September 2026. Actual prices may vary by location and retailer.

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Wash your hands and your cooking area with soap and water.

  2. 2

    2. Tear each tortilla into small, bite-sized pieces.

  3. 3

    3. Heat the canola oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    4. Once the oil shimmers, add the torn tortillas and stir constantly until the edges become golden and crispy.

  5. 5

    5. Add the bell pepper and onion to the pan, stirring frequently, until both vegetables are soft and fragrant.

  6. 6

    6. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble everything together until the eggs are fully set with no wet spots remaining.

  7. 7

    7. Turn off the heat and scatter the low-fat cheddar cheese across the surface.

  8. 8

    8. Place a lid on the pan and allow the cheese to melt into the migas, about a minute.

  9. 9

    9. Plate and serve hot.

Nutrition per serving

Based on 4 servings · USDA data

Calories276
Protein13g
Carbs29g
Fat12g
Fiber2g
Sodium512mg

Nutrition calculated from USDA FoodData Central using ingredient quantities in grams.

Nutrition values are estimates based on USDA data and may vary.

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