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Roasted Corn and Fried Egg Tacos Recipe

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These Roasted Corn and Fried Egg Tacos combine crispy, melty cheese with perfectly cooked eggs, roasted corn, and flavorful toppings like refried black beans, pickled red onions, cilantro, and Cotija cheese for a delicious, satisfying taco experience. Aji verde, zhoug, or salsa verde add a spicy, vibrant kick to each bite.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup melty quesadilla-style cheese
  • 1 cup frozen roasted corn (thawed)
  • 3–4 tortillas
  • 1/2 cup refried black beans
  • 1/4 cup pickled red onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Cotija cheese
  • Aji verde, zhoug, or salsa verde, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat skillet: Heat a nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the tacos.
  2. Create cheese ring: Add the quesadilla-style cheese to the skillet in a ring shape, allowing it to start melting and form crispy edges.
  3. Add egg: Crack an egg directly into the center of the melting cheese ring.
  4. Add roasted corn: Spoon the roasted corn around the edge of the egg inside the cheese ring.
  5. Contain egg and cheese: Use a spatula to gently pull the edges of the cheese inward as they begin to turn golden brown to help contain the egg and create crispy lacy edges.
  6. Cover and cook: Cover the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolk remains slightly runny, or cook to your preferred doneness.
  7. Assemble tacos: Transfer the cooked cheese and egg to a tortilla spread with refried black beans.
  8. Add toppings and sauce: Finish by adding pickled red onions, chopped cilantro, Cotija cheese, and a drizzle of aji verde, zhoug, or salsa verde. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a nonstick or cast iron skillet for best cheese melting and crisping.
  • If fresh roasted corn is unavailable, frozen roasted corn works well; thaw before using.
  • Customize the level of runniness of your egg yolk to personal preference.
  • Try different green sauces like aji verde or zhoug for varied flavor profiles.
  • This recipe is quick and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

Keywords: Roasted corn, fried egg, tacos, quesadilla cheese, refried black beans, pickled red onions, Cotija cheese, aji verde, zhoug, Mexican breakfast taco

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