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Perico

Perico is a popular South American styled scrambled eggs. It is a classical breakfast item that is popular both in Venezuela and Colombia.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 2 people
Course: Breakfast , Brunch
Cuisine: Venezuelan , Colombian

Ingredients

  • 1 large tomato , peeled, seeded and diced
  • 2 scallions , finely chopped
  • ½ small green bell pepper , finely chopped
  • ½ small red bell pepper , finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • salt
  • pepper , freshly ground

Instructions

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  1. Heat the oil in a skillet and cook the scallions and peppers over medium heat for 4 minutes, stirring regularly.
  2. Add the tomato and sauté again for 4 minutes, stirring regularly.
  3. In a bowl, mix the eggs very lightly with water.
  4. Add the eggs to the pan.
  5. Season with salt and pepper and stir until the eggs are cooked.
  6. Serve immediately.