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Huevos Revueltos con Jamon

A classic Cuban breakfast dish of soft scrambled eggs folded with savory diced ham. Quick to make and satisfying for any morning meal.

11 minEasyServes 2290 cal/serving

CubanBreakfastStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbKetoGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SugarAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup cooked ham, diced
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Crack 4 large eggs into a bowl, add 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, and whisk together.

  2. 2

    Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add 1/2 cup diced cooked ham and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until warm, reaching an internal temperature of 140 degrees F.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low, pour in large eggs, and gently push across the pan until soft curds form.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat immediately and serve.

Questions

Can I make Huevos Revueltos con Jamon dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 1 tbsp unsalted butter. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Huevos Revueltos con Jamon keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Huevos Revueltos con Jamon?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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