Eggs with Shredded Dried Beef
Huevos con MachacaMexican dried beef (machaca) is a staple in northern Mexico. It goes into tacos, burritos, and gets mixed together with eggs for a robust breakfast. Prepare the machaca a day ahead.
Ingrediënten
Makes 4 servings
- 1 cup ½ recipe Mexican Dried Beef
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ medium onion finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño chile seeded, veins removed, and finely chopped
- 1 medium tomato cored and finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground pepper or to taste
- 6 large eggs beaten
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons crumbled queso fresco Mexican fresh cheese
Instructies
- Prepare the dried beef a day ahead.
- Cover and refrigerate.
- Bring to room temperature before using.
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet.
- Cook the onion and chile, stirring, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded beef, tomato, salt, and pepper.
- Add the beaten eggs and cook, stirring to scramble, until just set, about 2 to 3 minutes or to desired doneness.
- Divide the eggs among four serving plates.
- Sprinkle with cilantro and cheese.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve hot.
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