Craving a show-stopping centerpiece that's surprisingly simple to prepare?
Discover the secrets to baking a whole fish that's bursting with flavor and boasting a perfectly flaky texture.
Get ready to impress your guests (and yourself!) with this foolproof method.
Ingredients
You'll need a few key ingredients to whip up these breakfast quesadillas! First, grab 3 rashers of streaky bacon—I mean, who doesn't love bacon? Chop 'em up!
Next, you'll want 4 flour tortillas. Trust me on this one. Flour tortillas give the best, crispiest texture. But, hey, if you're feeling gluten-free, corn tortillas work too. Just don't blame me if they crumble a bit!
Eggs are also essential to have. You'll need 4 of them. Then there's 1 large avocado. Halve it and slice it up nicely.
Of course, you'll need cheese! Half a cup of grated cheese. I like cheddar, but cheese is cheese—right? Plus, a little salt and pepper. Gotta season those eggs!
Preparation
Now that we have all our ingredients, prepping for these quesadillas is gonna be a super-quick breeze, I promise—it's so easy! First, I chop my bacon into small pieces. Next, I halve and slice that gorgeous avocado—don't eat it yet, save it for the quesadillas!
Then, I grab my cheese. I'm using cheddar, but you can use whatever you like! That's it — we're practically done. Seriously, prepping these is so easy, I'm almost embarrassed.
Now, get out that skillet! We're gonna have warm, crispy, cheesy goodness soon. Don't forget the tortillas; they are important, I would say. Everything's ready to go, so the magic is about to start!
Cooking Instructions
Alright, let's start cooking these quesadillas! First, I want you to heat your skillet over high heat. Now, add your chopped bacon and cook it till it's just how you like it – crispy is my way, but you do you! Remove it and place the bacon on your paper towel, because we don't want the extra bacon fat!
Time to drain the excess fat – and scrape off any black bits. Then, move it back to medium heat!
Next, place a tortilla in the skillet. Add avocado slices to hold the egg. Crack an egg right into the center, then sprinkle bacon, cheese, salt, and pepper. Fold that tortilla over and cook around 4 minutes till golden. I only cook 2 at the same time.
Flip it over the folded edge and cook for another 3 minutes. Golden perfection! Remove it from the skillet, then do it again with your other tortillas.
Serving Suggestions
I suggest serving these quesadillas immediately—while they're still piping hot and the cheese is wonderfully melted! Cut them in half for easier handling; trust me. You don't want to drop that deliciousness!
A dollop of sour cream or a spoonful of your favorite salsa? Yes, please! A side of fresh fruit—like berries or sliced mango—would be fantastic, too. Seriously, it balances the richness perfectly.
A simple green salad? I think that'd be great! A little goes a long way. Plus, it adds a nice, fresh contrast to those cheesy, bacony, eggy quesadillas. Who can say no to a balanced meal, right? Enjoy every bite!
Short Recipe Version
Whole Baked Fish
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 whole fish (2-3 lbs), scaled and gutted
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, or oregano)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the fish inside and out and pat dry.
- Place lemon slices, onion slices, and minced garlic inside the fish cavity.
- Rub the outside of the fish with olive oil, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Place the fish on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 5g