Description
Carnitas Omelette
Ingredients
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3 large eggs
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2 tbsp milk (for fluffiness)
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1 tbsp butter or oil
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1/2 cup leftover carnitas (crispy shredded pork)
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1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
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1/4 cup diced onion
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1/4 cup diced bell pepper or jalapeño (optional, for heat)
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1/4 cup fresh salsa or pico de gallo
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2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Sour cream & avocado slices (for serving)
Instructions
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Prepare filling: Warm up carnitas in a skillet until slightly crispy. Add onions and peppers, cooking until softened. Remove and set aside.
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Beat eggs: In a bowl, whisk eggs with milk, salt, and pepper.
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Cook omelette base: Heat butter in a nonstick skillet over medium. Pour in eggs, swirling to coat evenly. Cook until the edges set but the top is still slightly soft.
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Add filling: Place carnitas mixture and cheese on one half of the omelette. Cook until cheese melts.
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Fold & serve: Gently fold omelette over filling. Slide onto a plate and top with salsa, cilantro, avocado, and a dollop of sour cream.