Best Easy Huevos con Chaya Yucatecos Recipe

Yucatecan scrambled eggs with nutrient-dense chaya leaves are a superfood breakfast. This high protein, vegetarian, healthy dish is a fresh, clean eats option packed with vitamins.

Cook 20 min Difficulty EASY 210 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • eggs 8 pieces
  • chaya leaves 1 cup
  • onion 0.5 cup
  • tomato 0.5 cup
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 10 g 19%
Protein 16 g 30%
Fat 11 g 51%
Serving size 160g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse chaya leaves thoroughly and boil in water for 5 minutes to reduce natural toxins, then drain and chop finely.

  2. 2

    In a nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent.

  3. 3

    Add chopped tomato and sauté for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Add the cooked, chopped chaya leaves to the pan and stir well, allowing flavors to combine for 2 minutes over medium-low heat.

  5. 5

    In a bowl, whisk eggs with salt and black pepper. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and gently scramble, stirring continuously until eggs are just set but still soft—about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient that gives Huevos con Chaya Yucatecos its unique superfood profile?
The key ingredient is chaya leaves, which are native to Yucatan and highly valued for their nutritional content. Chaya brings a mild leafy flavor, vibrant green color, and essential vitamins and minerals, setting this dish apart from traditional scrambled eggs.
Q. What is the most important heat control step in this recipe?
Proper heat control happens when gently scrambling the eggs. After pouring the egg mixture into the skillet, keep the heat at medium-low and stir continuously. Removing the eggs from heat as soon as they're just set prevents dryness and keeps the texture creamy.
Q. How can I avoid rubbery eggs or undercooked chaya leaves?
To avoid rubbery eggs, do not overcook—remove from heat while eggs are still soft. Be sure to boil chaya leaves for 5 minutes before adding, as this ensures both safety and a tender texture, preventing any undercooked, tough greens.
Q. How many calories and protein does each serving provide?
Each serving contains about 210 kcal and 16g of protein, which accounts for approximately 30% of the caloric value. This makes the dish an excellent high-protein vegetarian breakfast choice.
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