Living in Austin allows a certain degree of Tex-Mex snobbery, more specifically, breakfast taco snobbery. May sound weird to “outsiders,” but Austin proudly boasts itself as home of the breakfast taco, and that is a-ok with me. From Taco Deli to Texas Honey Ham, there are more than a few places to help cure a person’s Saturday morning Tex-Mex temptation.
Ok, confession. I crave “BTs” more than once every weekend. Sometimes the desire strikes me at the oddest of hours and I feel helpless in the face of my withdrawal. Other times, I just don’t feel like waiting in lines or going out of my way…So, what is a person to do?
This recipe is my answer to a delicious, affordable breakfast taco that is easy to make at home and steers clear from long lines and hassle. Quality ingredients and a little love go a long way with this beloved breakfast item. (Yes, I did just call it, beloved. Don’t judge!)
P.S. If you are reading this blog and have no idea what a breakfast taco is/haven’t been to Austin….just thank me later.
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- 5 large eggs, preferably organic
- 1 jalapeño, chopped
- 8 slices bacon
- ¼ cup shredded Mexican cheese
- 1 large avocado, mashed
- 4 whole wheat or flour tortillas
- favorite salsa or pico de gallo
- Heat oven to 400. Line a baking sheet with foil and arrange bacon slices. (This is hands down the best way to cook bacon. Easy cleanup; no fuss!) Cook for 12-15 minutes or until desired crispness is achieved.
- Time for a little prep: Heat tortillas on a hot skillet (20 seconds each side). You don’t want to skip this step! Crispy, hot tortillas can’t be beat. Cover with paper towel once warm. Then, chop jalapeños (use gloves people!). Whisk the eggs and add some freshly ground pepper and salt.
- Add butter to same pan you heated tortillas in. Heat jalapeños for 2 minutes on medium heat, then turn heat down to med-low and add eggs. Scramble low and slow until desired doneness (for me, about 6 minutes).
- Meanwhile, mash avocadoes in a bowl.
- Now, all you have left is assembly. Spread avocadoes on warm tortillas. Add the egg. Add the bacon. Add some cheese. Top with some fresh salsa or pico and viola!
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