Scrambled Egg Enchiladas with Spicy Tomato Sauce
Enjoy a delightful fusion of scrambled eggs and Mexican flavors with these Scrambled Egg Enchiladas. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this dish features soft corn tortillas filled with fluffy scrambled eggs, topped with a zesty tomato sauce and melted cheese. The combination of sautéed onions and green peppers adds a savory touch, while the chili powder brings just the right amount of heat. Quick to prepare, this recipe requires no baking time; just slip it under the broiler to achieve gooey, melted cheese perfection. Whether you serve it alongside freshly chopped cilantro or sliced avocados, this dish is sure to be a hit any time of day. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Mexico right on your table!
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Servings
200
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Salad oil
2 tablespoons (For sautéing)
Onion
1 medium (Chopped)
Green pepper
1 (Seeded and chopped)
Tomato sauce
3 (8 ounce) cans (Ready to use)
Chili powder
2 teaspoons (For seasoning)
Eggs
8 (Beaten)
Half-and-half or milk
1/4 cup (For mixing with eggs)
Chopped canned California green chilies
2 tablespoons (For mixing with eggs)
Salt and pepper
To taste (For seasoning)
Butter or margarine
2 tablespoons (For cooking eggs)
Corn tortillas
6 (For wrapping eggs)
Shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup (For topping)
Instructions
1
In a large frying pan, heat the salad oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green pepper, sautéing until they are soft and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
2
Stir in the tomato sauce and chili powder, allowing the mixture to simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
3
Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, beat the eggs lightly with half-and-half or milk. Add the chopped green chilies, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined.
4
In a separate frying pan over medium-low heat, melt the butter or margarine. Pour in the egg mixture and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are set to your preferred level of doneness. Remove from heat.
5
To assemble the enchiladas, dip each corn tortilla briefly in the hot tomato sauce until softened. Place a generous spoonful of the scrambled eggs down the center of each tortilla, then carefully roll them up, placing them seam-side down in a shallow baking dish.
6
Once all the tortillas are filled and arranged, reheat any remaining tomato sauce until it is bubbling. Pour the hot sauce evenly over the enchiladas, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
7
Finally, place the baking dish under the broiler, about 4 inches from the heat source. Broil for approximately 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown. Serve immediately for a delicious meal!
Nutrition Information
11.3g
Fat
14g
Carbs
10.7g
Protein
1.3g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scrambled Egg Enchiladas with Spicy Tomato Sauce?
It is a fusion dish featuring soft corn tortillas filled with fluffy scrambled eggs, topped with a zesty tomato sauce and melted cheddar cheese.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
You will need 8 beaten eggs for this recipe.
What type of tortillas should I use?
The recipe calls for 6 corn tortillas.
Can I use milk instead of half-and-half?
Yes, you can use either 1/4 cup of half-and-half or 1/4 cup of milk to mix with the eggs.
How long should the tomato sauce simmer?
The tomato sauce and chili powder mixture should simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
What kind of cheese is recommended for the topping?
The recipe recommends using 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
How do I cook the eggs for the filling?
Melt butter or margarine in a pan and cook the egg mixture gently over medium-low heat until the eggs are set.
Do I need to bake the enchiladas in the oven?
No baking is required; you simply place the dish under the broiler for about 3 minutes to melt the cheese.
What is the calorie count for this recipe?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
How much protein is in this dish?
This recipe provides 10.7g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content?
There is 11.3g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in these enchiladas?
There are 14g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there fiber in this recipe?
Yes, there is 1.3g of fiber per serving.
How should the onion and green pepper be prepared?
The onion should be chopped, and the green pepper should be seeded and chopped.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Heat salad oil in a large frying pan and saute the chopped onion and green pepper for 5-7 minutes.
Why do I dip the tortillas in the tomato sauce?
Dipping the corn tortillas briefly in the hot tomato sauce helps to soften them so they are easier to roll.
How many cans of tomato sauce are needed?
You will need three 8-ounce cans of tomato sauce.
How much chili powder should I add?
Add 2 teaspoons of chili powder to the tomato sauce for seasoning.
What type of green chilies are used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of chopped canned California green chilies.
How do I assemble the enchiladas?
Place a spoonful of scrambled eggs in the center of a sauce-dipped tortilla, roll it up, and place it seam-side down in a baking dish.
What is the distance from the broiler heat source?
The baking dish should be placed about 4 inches from the heat source under the broiler.
Is this dish suitable for breakfast?
Yes, it is described as perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Can I use margarine for the eggs?
Yes, you can use 2 tablespoons of either butter or margarine.
How long does it take to broil the cheese?
It takes approximately 3 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
What are the suggested toppings for serving?
You can serve it with freshly chopped cilantro or sliced avocados.
Does this recipe include salt and pepper?
Yes, salt and pepper are added to the egg mixture to taste.
What type of oil is used for sauteing?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of salad oil.
Is this meal considered a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and requires no baking time.
Are the green peppers seeded?
Yes, the green pepper should be seeded before being chopped.
What should the texture of the eggs be?
The eggs should be cooked until they are fluffy and set to your preferred level of doneness.