Honduran Baleadas with Scrambled Eggs and Refried Beans
Authentic Honduran street food combining warm corn tortillas spread with seasoned refried beans, topped with fluffy scrambled eggs, crumbled queso fresco, and tangy sour cream. Finished with optional salsa or fresh cilantro for brightness. Quick weeknight meal or casual breakfast served hot.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup Egg Beaters Originalwhole eggs1:3protein
use about 4-5 whole eggs or 1 cup whole egg mixture
- ½ cup reduced fat sour creamplain Greek yogurt1:1dairy
tangier, higher protein alternative
- PAM Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- salsa or chopped cilantro(optional)
- 12 corn tortillas 6 inch, warmed
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese
- 1 can 16 oz Rosarita No Fat Traditional Refried Beans, warmed
Instructions
- 1
Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
- 2
Add Egg Beaters and black pepper to the skillet; cook without stirring until the bottom begins to set.
- 3
Lift the cooked portion and gently turn to scramble; continue cooking until fully set.
- 4
Spread refried beans evenly onto warmed corn tortillas.
- 5
Top each tortilla with scrambled eggs, crumbled queso fresco, and sour cream.
- 6
Serve with salsa or chopped cilantro if desired.
Tips
Warm tortillas just before assembly to keep them pliable and prevent cracking.
Do not stir the eggs initially; this creates larger, fluffier curds.
Use a gentle hand when scrambling to maintain texture and avoid overworking.
Have all components prepped and warm before starting assembly for fastest service.
Good to Know
Assembled baleadas do not store well; refrigerate components separately up to 3 days. Reheat beans and eggs gently before reassembling.
Prepare refried beans and have tortillas ready. Cook eggs just before serving for best texture.
Serve hot, immediately after assembly. Offer salsa and cilantro on the side for guests to customize.
Common Mistakes
Stir eggs too early to avoid breaking them into small, dry pieces; wait until bottom is set before gently turning.
Assemble tortillas well in advance to prevent them from becoming soggy and falling apart.
Overheat sour cream to avoid curdling; add cold or at the last moment.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
tangier, higher protein alternative
General Alternatives
use about 4-5 whole eggs or 1 cup whole egg mixture
may differ in sodium and texture