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Mexican Scrambled Eggs

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By Diana Rattray, About.com

This recipe for scrambled eggs is made unique with the addition of tortillas, tomato, onion, and green chile.

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 corn tortillas, cut in thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomato
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 small green chile, seeded and chopped
  • 4 eggs, beaten until frothy
  • salt, to taste

Preparation:

Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil and sauté the tortilla strips. Drain on paper towels or brown paper.

Heat butter in skillet; sauté the chopped tomato, onion and green chile for about 1 minute. Put tortilla strips back into the skillet.

Pour beaten eggs into the skillet over other ingredients and cook, stirring often, until mixture sets. Sprinkle with salt, to taste.
Serves 4.

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Quick,Easy & Good!June 22, 2009By Rod_R
"Made just as prescribed, Served with Salsa Fresca. No Leftovers! Next time I might add a little cheese and guacamole Happy Eats!"

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