Machaca con Huevos

Machaca con Huevos is a hearty and flavorful Mexican breakfast dish made with shredded beef and scrambled eggs, perfect for starting your day with a protein boost. This dish combines traditional flavors with a satisfying texture, making it a beloved choice for breakfast enthusiasts.

Ingredients

• Dried beef (machaca) - 200 grams
• Eggs - 4 large
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Tortillas - 4, for serving

Steps

1. Soak the dried beef in water for about 30 minutes until it softens. Drain and shred the beef into small pieces.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic, diced tomato, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the shredded beef and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and black pepper.
5. In a bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined. Pour the eggs over the beef mixture in the skillet.
6. Gently scramble the eggs with the beef and vegetables until the eggs are fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Serve hot with warm tortillas.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 750 mg
• Cholesterol: 250 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in essential vitamins and minerals from vegetables.

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