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Corn Pancake Breakfast Tacos

Cathy Roma Published: Jun 25, 2020

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Soft scrambled eggs and all of your favorite fixings are tucked into these soft corn pancake breakfast tacos.
Soft scrambled eggs and all of your favorite fixings tucked into soft corn pancake breakfast tacos.
Corn Pancake Breakfast Tacos

I made these corn pancakes the other day and truly fell head over heels, so much so that I made extra to turn them into corn pancake breakfast tacos! Because as much as I love stabbing a bite of corn pancake and swirling it in maple syrup, I was already fast forwarding to what else I could do with these beauties.

I was still in full breakfast mode, but in a savory way. Despite my Italian make-up, I always gravitate toward Mexican flavors in the morning and that morning my thoughts went immediately to a breakfast taco.

Corn Pancake Breakfast Tacos

Now, I’m the furthest thing from a morning person, but somehow my brain was firing on all cylinders that day and boy was I right. I warmed the corn pancake and filled it with all my favorites: soft scrambled egg, avocado, tomato, scallions, roasted corn and a light sprinkling of cheese.

Oh, and a healthy dose of hot sauce. Hot sauce is a matter of preference and I won’t judge you if you skip it. (Okay, maybe I’ll judge you a little, but I’ve never claimed to be nice.)

Maybe it’s because I was listening to Anthony Kiedis from the Red Hot Chili Peppers belt out Californication that morning, but I was transported to the days when we lived in the bay area when I dug into this breakfast taco.

Fresh flavors, simple and bright and not doused in a heavy sauce. The corn flavor really comes through but doesn’t overshadow all of the toppings.

If I learned anything from living in California it was how to appreciate the humble, pure flavors of Mexican food. And this taco is just that. Simple, flavorful and not remotely pretentious.

Corn Pancake Breakfast Tacos

Now, as I’m writing this I’m already thinking of other ways of making this corn pancake a vessel for other goodness. You can try my recipe for carne asada tacos here and just substitute a corn pancake for the corn tortilla.

Honestly nothing makes me happier than transforming leftovers into great meals. Or taking something like a pancake and making it part of a delicious dinner.

So, my advice today is this. Make these pancakes. And if you have leftovers, tuck all of your favorites inside a pancake shell to make your favorite taco.

My breakfast taco recipe is really just a jumping off point. Experiment, eat and enjoy. And maybe play the Red Hot Chili Peppers while you’re whipping it up. Somehow their songs just make everything taste a little bit better.

Tips for success

  • It’s the corn pancake shell that really makes these unique. When making the corn pancakes for breakfast, make extra and freeze them to have on hand for these breakfast tacos.
  • We love soft scrambled eggs in these, but a fried egg would also be delicious.
  • Play around and add your favorite toppings to these breakfast tacos. Sautéed green peppers and salsa would be tasty substitutes.
  • Be sure to gently warm the corn pancakes so they’re soft and pliable as taco shells.

More taco love

  • Slow Roasted Lamb Tacos
  • Carne Asada Tacos
  • Margarita Chicken Tacos
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Corn Pancake Breakfast Tacos
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Corn Pancake Breakfast Tacos
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

Soft scrambled eggs and all of your favorite fixings are tucked into these soft corn pancake breakfast tacos.

Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: breakfast tacos, pancake tacos
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 175 kcal
Author: Cathy Roma | What Should I Make For…
Ingredients
  • 4 corn pancakes
  • 2 eggs, scrambled
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 roma tomato, diced
  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ear corn, roasted or grilled
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • hot sauce, if desired
Instructions
  1. Warm the corn pancakes in the microwave until soft and pliable.

  2. Pile eggs and a spoon of other ingredients on a warm pancake.

  3. Fold and eat like a taco.

Recipe Notes
  • It’s the corn pancake shell that really makes these unique. When making the corn pancakes for breakfast, make extra and freeze them to have on hand for these breakfast tacos.
  • We love soft scrambled eggs in these, but a fried egg would also be delicious.
  • Play around and add your favorite toppings to these breakfast tacos. Sautéed green peppers and salsa would be tasty substitutes.
  • Be sure to gently warm the corn pancakes so they’re soft and pliable as taco shells.
Nutrition Facts
Corn Pancake Breakfast Tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 175 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 97mg32%
Sodium 129mg6%
Potassium 325mg9%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 493IU10%
Vitamin C 8mg10%
Calcium 120mg12%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Update Notes: This post was originally published in April 2016 but was republished with tips in June 2020.

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About Cathy Roma

My food philosophy is simple: everything in moderation. Sweet, savory, healthy, decadent…food, like life, is all about balance. I rely on my background as a trained chef/mom to create family-friendly recipes that will inspire you to cook, not complicate your life.

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  1. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    April 28, 2016 at 11:28 am

    What an awesome idea Cathy! I’m always looking for new things for breakfast! These look delicious! And so easy!

    Reply
    • Cathy says

      April 28, 2016 at 7:32 pm

      So easy and satisfying Mary Ann!

  2. rebecca | DisplacedHousewife says

    April 28, 2016 at 10:25 pm

    Yessss!!! These had to happen. They’re perfect!! xoxo

    Reply
    • Cathy says

      April 29, 2016 at 12:03 pm

      Thanks. Tacos in the morning are just so right.

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