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Egg and Cheese Tortilla

A quick and satisfying breakfast or brunch dish combining eggs, cheese, and your choice of tortilla for a delicious twist on flavor. Perfect for busy mornings!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 piece Tortilla or pita bread Ensure it's slightly larger than the pan.
  • 4 pieces Eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Cream cheese Can substitute with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 piece Onion, chopped
  • to taste Fresh Dill, chopped Fresh or dried herbs can be used.
  • 10 oz Cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice), grated Use a mix for varied flavors.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Oregano
  • for greasing Olive oil Use for the frying pan.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease a non-stick frying pan with olive oil over medium-low heat.
  2. Place the tortilla or pita bread in the pan.
  3. Grate 5 oz of cheese and sprinkle it evenly over the tortilla.
  4. In a mixing bowl, crack and beat the 4 eggs.
  5. Add cream cheese, salt, pepper, a pinch of oregano, and chopped dill to the eggs, then stir.
  6. Chop the onion and stir it into the egg mixture.
  7. Pour the egg mixture over the cheese on the tortilla.
  8. Sprinkle another 5 oz of cheese on top and cover with a second tortilla.
Cooking
  1. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
  2. Carefully flip the tortilla with a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and the other side is golden.
  3. Remove from the pan, slice, and serve hot.

Notes

Serve with avocado, salad, or salsa. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For reheating, use a skillet over low heat to maintain crispiness.