Enchiladas de Huevo

Enchiladas de Huevo is a deliciously unique Mexican breakfast dish featuring fluffy scrambled eggs wrapped in low-carb tortillas and smothered in a rich, spicy sauce. Perfect for those on a keto diet, this dish is satisfying and full of flavor, making it a delightful start to the day.

Enchiladas de Huevo
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Large Eggs - 4
  • Almond Flour Tortillas - 4
  • Shredded Cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) - 1 cup
  • Heavy Cream - 2 tablespoons
  • Green Salsa (preferably tomatillo) - 1/2 cup
  • Olive Oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh Cilantro - 2 tablespoons (chopped)
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black Pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat, then add the egg mixture and scramble until just set but still creamy.
  3. Remove the scrambled eggs from the heat and set aside.
  4. Warm the almond flour tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until pliable.
  5. Place a portion of the scrambled eggs on each tortilla, sprinkle with shredded cheese, then roll them up tightly.
  6. Arrange the rolled tortillas in a baking dish, seam side down.
  7. Pour the green salsa evenly over the enchiladas, then top with any remaining cheese.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 370 mg
  • Total Fat: 35 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

Tags

MexicanKetoBreakfast