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Close-up of Egg-In-A-Hole Quesadillas with tomato, onion, jalapeño, avocado, and a runny egg yolk.

Egg-In-A-Hole Quesadillas

Egg-In-A-Hole Quesadillas are crispy cheese quesadillas cooked with an egg in the center and topped with fresh tomato salsa and avocado. They are cheesy, filling, and perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
rest time 0 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 690

Ingredients
  

For the Fresh Tomato Topping
  • 1 plum tomato finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion minced
  • 2 tablespoons jalapeño minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Quesadillas
  • 2 flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 tablespoon green onion sliced, plus more for serving
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large egg
  • Diced avocado for serving

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Small bowl
  • Round cutter or small glass
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix the tomato, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Cut a round hole in the center of one tortilla using a small glass or round cutter.
  3. Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Place the whole tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle with cheddar, Monterey Jack, and green onion.
  5. Place the tortilla with the hole on top.
  6. Crack the egg into the center hole and season with salt and black pepper.
  7. Cook until the tortilla is golden, the cheese is melted, and the egg white is set. Cover the pan briefly if needed.
  8. Transfer to a plate and top with the tomato mixture, diced avocado, and extra green onion. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 690kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 27gFat: 49gSaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 265mgSodium: 980mgPotassium: 680mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 620mgIron: 4mg

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Notes

  • Use medium heat so the tortilla browns without burning.
  • Covering the pan helps the egg cook gently.
  • For a firmer yolk, cook a few minutes longer.
  • Serve immediately for the best crispy texture.

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