Ingredients
Scale
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 pound breakfast sausage (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter or high-heat oil (like avocado)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk the large eggs vigorously with salt and pepper until light and frothy. Ensure your crumbled breakfast sausage is fully cooked and ready to use. Heat a large flat griddle or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter or oil.
- Step 2: When the pan is hot, pour approximately 1/4 cup of the egg mixture directly onto the griddle, forming a thin circle slightly larger than the tortilla. Immediately sprinkle a small portion of shredded cheese and crumbled sausage onto the egg circle.
- Step 3: Before the egg fully sets, quickly place one tortilla directly on top of the egg mixture, pressing down gently with a spatula to adhere the tortilla to the wet egg. Cook for 60 to 90 seconds until the egg is fully set and golden brown.
- Step 4: Using a wide, sturdy spatula, carefully flip the entire taco (egg side up, tortilla side down). Cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, allowing the tortilla to crisp slightly and the cheese to melt further.
- Step 5: Remove the taco from the heat, fold it in half, and repeat the process with the remaining ingredients. Garnish the finished smash tacos with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with your preferred hot sauce or salsa.
Notes
- Vigorously whisking the eggs until they are light and frothy is crucial, as this incorporates air that helps the eggs set quickly into a fluffy, thin sheet ideal for smashing.
- To store leftovers, cool the finished tacos completely, then layer them in an airtight container separated by parchment paper, and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- For the best texture, reheat leftover tacos on a dry non-stick skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes per side until the tortilla is crisp and the center is warmed through.
- Elevate these tacos by serving them with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and a side of quick pickled red onions for a bright, acidic contrast to the savory fillings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American