Scrambled Eggs With Tomato, Cheddar and Cilantro

Treat yourself to this incredible cooked Scrambled Eggs With Tomato, Cheddar and Cilantro that combines traditional Mexican cooking with modern...

📊 Recipe Overview

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30 Total Time
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4 Servings
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medium Difficulty

📝 Description

Treat yourself to this incredible cooked Scrambled Eggs With Tomato, Cheddar and Cilantro that combines traditional Mexican cooking with modern convenience. The combination of large eggs or 4 large egg substitute, olive oil, chopped sweet onion (I use Vidalia) and medium plum tomato, diced creates a rich, complex flavor profile that makes this dish truly special. Ready in just 30 minutes, this moderately challenging dish is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. These premium ingredients combine to create a dish that’s both restaurant-quality and home-kitchen friendly. Ideal for family meals, this dish perfect for birthdays and special occasions. Not only is this dish delicious, but it’s also hearty and filling, protein-rich, making it a smart choice for health-conscious food lovers. Leftovers store well and often taste even better the next day. Experience the joy of homemade cooking with this exceptional Scrambled Eggs With Tomato, Cheddar and Cilantro that brings people together. The cooking process is straightforward yet rewarding, allowing you to create restaurant-quality results in your own kitchen. Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite ingredients or dietary modifications to make it uniquely yours.

Recipe adapted from Food.com

🥘 Ingredients

4
Original: 4
  • 4 large eggs or 4 large egg substitute
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped sweet onion (I use Vidalia)
  • 1 medium plum tomato, diced
  • 2 -4 tablespoons chopped cilantro, depending upon personal taste
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 cup coarsely shredded low-fat cheddar cheese

📋 Instructions

  1. If using whole eggs, whisk together with 2 Tbsp water until well blended, this is not necessary if using egg substitute.
  2. In large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil.
  3. Add onion and cook, stirring until golden, approximately 5 minutes.
  4. Increase the heat to high and add diced tomto, cilantro, 1/2 tsp salt and black pepper.
  5. Cook until tomato is heated through and any juices have evaporated, about 1 minute.
  6. Add eggs all at once, reduce heat to medium and cook without stirring, for 1 minute.
  7. Using spatula, stir the eggs from the edges of the pan toward center.
  8. Continue to cook and stir gently until eggs are almost cooked, but are still moist, about 3 minutes.
  9. Sprinkle with grated cheese and cook for 1 minute longer.
  10. Divide and serve on warmed plates.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Tips

Professional tips to make this recipe perfect every time!

  • 💡 Read through the entire recipe before starting.
  • 💡 Prepare all ingredients before you begin cooking (mise en place).
  • 💡 Taste and adjust seasoning as needed throughout cooking.
  • 💡 Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • 💡 Keep your knives sharp for safer and more efficient prep work.

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