Easy Migas Recipe

Step 1

Heat the canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat

Step 2

When the oil is hot add the tortilla strips and fry until crispy, stirring regularly, about 5 minutes

Step 3

Set crispy tortilla strips aside onto a paper towel lined plate.Add the onion and bell pepper to the same pan

Step 4

Sauté until softened

Step 5

Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute longer

Step 6

Turn the heat down to medium

Step 7

Beat the eggs with the chili powder and salt

Step 8

If you need to, add a bit more oil at this point to avoid the eggs sticking to the pan

Step 9

Once the extra bit of oil has heated, add the eggs to the pan

Step 10

Stir frequently while the eggs cook

Step 11

When the eggs are halfway cooked (still glistening, but less wet) add in the cilantro, Monterey jack cheese and tortilla strips

Step 12

Cook until eggs are fully cooked then remove the pan from the heat

Step 13

Garnish with cotija (or your favorite cheese), pico (or salsa), avocado and extra cilantro!