Breakfast Enchiladas

Health score
9%
Breakfast Enchiladas
30 min.
8
536kcal

Suggestions

Start your day the right way with these delectable Breakfast Enchiladas, a delightful twist on the classic Mexican dish that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a hearty breakfast. This recipe serves 8 and comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a fantastic option for busy mornings or a quick, satisfying meal any time of day. Each enchilada boasts a flavorful combination of beaten eggs, hot ground pork sausage, and a generous helping of Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeños. The dish is then smothered in a homemade cheese sauce and baked to perfection, creating a mouthwatering main course that's sure to impress.

For a well-rounded meal, top your enchiladas with halved grape tomatoes, sliced green onions, and chopped fresh cilantro. The vibrant toppings add a refreshing crunch and a burst of color to the dish, complementing the rich, savory flavors within. Whether you're a fan of traditional Mexican cuisine or simply looking for a unique way to enjoy breakfast, these Breakfast Enchiladas are sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.

To make this recipe, you'll need a few essential pieces of equipment, including a frying pan, paper towels, an oven, a baking pan, and a spatula. With just a touch of effort, you'll be rewarded with a delicious, filling meal that offers a delightful balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. The caloric breakdown of this recipe is 20.75% protein, 59.14% fat, and 20.11% carbohydrates, ensuring a satisfying and nutritious start to your day. So why wait? Give these Breakfast Enchiladas a try and experience the joy of a truly memorable meal.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 14 large eggs beaten
  • 8-inch flour tortilla ()
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • servings grape tomatoes fresh halved sliced chopped
  •  spring onion thinly sliced
  • pound sausage meat hot
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded with jalapeños
  • servings nacho cheese dip (see )
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Cook sausage in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until sausage crumbles and is no longer pink.
  2. Remove from pan; drain well, pressing between paper towels.
  3. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add green onions and cilantro, and saut 1 minute.
  5. Add eggs, salt, and pepper, and cook, without stirring, until eggs begin to set on bottom. Draw a spatula across bottom of pan to form large curds. Continue to cook until eggs are thickened but still moist; do not stir constantly.
  6. Remove from heat, and gently fold in 1 1/2 cups Cheese Sauce and sausage.
  7. Spoon about 1/3 cup egg mixture down the center of each flour tortilla; roll up.
  8. Place, seam side down, in a lightly greased 13- x- 9-inch baking dish.
  9. Pour remaining Cheese Sauce evenly over tortillas; sprinkle evenly with Monterey Jack cheese.
  10. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until sauce is bubbly.
  11. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories536kcal
Protein20.75%
Fat59.14%
Carbs20.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.88
Glycemic Load
8.1
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
19.926956653595%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:535.98kcal
26.8%
Fat:34.75g
53.46%
Saturated Fat:12.55g
78.44%
Carbohydrates:26.59g
8.86%
Net Carbohydrates:24.6g
8.94%
Sugar:2.49g
2.77%
Cholesterol:379.03mg
126.34%
Sodium:1205.57mg
52.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.44g
54.87%
Selenium:40.33µg
57.62%
Phosphorus:421.3mg
42.13%
Vitamin B2:0.67mg
39.7%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
30.25%
Vitamin B3:5.04mg
25.2%
Calcium:241.25mg
24.12%
Folate:96.29µg
24.07%
Iron:4.22mg
23.45%
Vitamin B12:1.38µg
23.03%
Zinc:3.08mg
20.55%
Vitamin B5:1.85mg
18.46%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.44%
Vitamin D:2.57µg
17.15%
Vitamin K:17.53µg
16.69%
Vitamin A:830.16IU
16.6%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.43%
Potassium:359.22mg
10.26%
Magnesium:35.15mg
8.79%
Copper:0.17mg
8.28%
Vitamin E:1.21mg
8.09%
Fiber:1.99g
7.95%
Vitamin C:1.7mg
2.06%