Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 small green bell pepper (chopped into small pieces)
- 1 small red bell pepper (chopped into small pieces)
- 1 small can diced green chiles (available at supermarkets)
- 1/2 cup chopped ham or bacon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or basil)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Beat the eggs in a bowl with a fork until well-combined.
- Add chopped green and red bell peppers, diced green chiles, ham or bacon, and fresh herbs to the beaten eggs. Mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper as per taste preference.
- Add heavy cream or milk and mix well again.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and pour the egg mixture into the pan.
- Scramble the eggs until they are cooked but still moist, about 5-7 minutes.
- Serve immediately on plates or in bowls with a sprinkle of fresh herbs as a garnish.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: approximately 250 calories per serving (depending on added ingredients like ham or bacon)
Fat: 16g, Protein: 15g, Carbohydrates: 6g (values may vary with added ingredients)
Dish Characteristics:
- A creative dish that combines the flavors of green chiles and eggs.
- A unique American-style scrambled egg dish with a slight kick from the green chiles.
- The dish is hearty and filling, making it perfect for breakfast or a light meal.
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The combination of green chiles and eggs was new and refreshing."
- "I loved the addition of ham in this dish, it added a savory element."
- "The dish was quite spicy due to the green chiles, but overall it was delicious."
- "The scrambled eggs were cooked to perfection, moist and flavorful."
- "A great dish for a weekend breakfast, would definitely make it again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Adjust the heat of the green chiles according to your preference by adding more or less of the diced green chiles.
- Use fresh herbs for a more pronounced flavor, but dried herbs can also be used.
- Adding heavy cream or milk makes the scrambled eggs richer and creamier, but you can also use regular milk or water if preferred.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, ensuring it is balanced between salt and pepper.
