Protein-rich tacos require just three basic ingredients and provide a speedy meal solution whenever needed. A satisfying alternative to fast food that tastes great any time of day!
Fast food can be a time-saving treat, but what if I said you could make something just as satisfying in less time than it takes to go through the drive-thru?
An egg taco is one such meal. Sure, it’s not a burger and fries and it doesn’t come with a Frosty, which happens to be my personal fast food favorite!
That said, the crispy edges and gooey cheese really hit the spot.
I’ve been making this speedy, handheld meal for years and have explained the simple recipe to a long list of friends, only to later hear that the tacos became a fast favorite with kids and adults alike.
Early on, I relied on the convenience of egg tacos when my boys had sports and needed a light meal or filling snack outside of the usual mealtimes. The protein-rich egg delivers staying power and everyone always perceived the short-order meal as a treat.
Egg tacos have also been popular with scores of kids at many cooking classes I’ve taught to school groups and local organizations like Bench Mark Program and the Boys & Girls Club. I’ve included some fun photos, below.
Beyond tasting great, I think the tacos work because kids can have immediate success with this easy recipe. And once they’ve cooked one taco, the kids can easily recreate them at home with economical ingredients.
Satisfyingly delicious as is, you can tinker with the basic recipe by adding bacon or ham. Or tuck several slices of avocado into the taco at the end. Hot sauce and salsa are fair game as well.
Egg tacos taste great any time of day. Serve with a side of fruit, raw veggies, a salad, or on their own. These days, when my younger son is dashing out the door for work, I’ll often wrap the warm taco in foil and he enjoys it once he’s at his desk.
I often enjoy an egg taco for lunch. Paired with some seasonal tomatoes or an apple, it’s quick and the combination of protein, carbs, and fat delivers staying power. Similarly, they make a welcome, low-effort dinner, which can be bolstered with a veggie of choice or favorite salad.
Step-by-step photos:
Pro tip: If you sprinkle some cheese on the outside of the tortilla before the final flips, you can have a golden cheesy crust!
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Easy Egg Taco
Ingredients
- Cooking spray (or 1½ teaspoon butter or olive oil)
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper
- 2 rounded tablespoons shredded cheese of choice, plus more to taste (we enjoy sharp cheddar or a Mexican blend)
- 1 (6-inch) tortilla (we use corn, but flour may be used if preferred)
- Optional extras: salsa, hot sauce, chopped or sliced avocado, bacon or ham*
Instructions
- Spray a small frying pan (just large enough to fit the tortilla) and heat over medium. Crack the egg into the pan and sprinkle it with the salt, pepper, and cheese.
- Immediately place the tortilla on top of the egg and cook until the egg is set enough to flip, about a minute or two. Use a wide spatula to flip the whole thing over－the egg will now be on top and the tortilla will be on the bottom.
- Cook a few minutes more to toast the tortilla to a delicious golden brown, adding another sprinkle of cheese on top, if desired. Midway through toasting, fold the tortilla in half, and then continue to cook, flipping from side to side occasionally, until the desired degree of toasting is achieved.
- Serve as is or with optional toppings. (Be careful with the first bite, as it will be hot inside!)
Notes
Recipe first posted on November 4, 2016.
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