Description
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast taco experience with this viral fried egg taco topped with crispy cheddar cheese, smashed avocado, and fresh microgreens. A delicious and satisfying way to start your day!
Ingredients
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Egg and Cheese
- 1/2 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Tortilla and Toppings
- 1 small tortilla
- 2 tablespoons smashed avocado
- 2 tablespoons microgreens for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Pan and Melt Cheese: Heat a small fry pan over medium heat. Add butter, melt it, and sprinkle shredded cheese around the perimeter of the pan. Cook for 1 minute until melted and crispy.
- Cook Egg: Crack the egg, separate the yolk, and cook the egg white in the pan. Add the yolk, season with salt and pepper, cover, and cook until cheese is crispy and egg is cooked.
- Assemble Taco: Warm tortilla, spread avocado, place the cheese fried egg on top, and garnish with microgreens or preferred toppings.
Notes
- Cheese Substitutions: Parmesan, feta, or other hard cheeses can be used.
- Tortilla Options: Low-carb, corn, or flour tortillas work well.
- Sunny-Side-Up Egg Hack: Separating egg yolk and whites ensures a perfectly runny yolk.
- Serving Tips: Customize with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, hot sauce, or additional veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 343.3
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 28.2
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 9.2
- Fiber: 6.2
- Protein: 14.2
- Cholesterol: N/A
