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Huevos Rancheros Recipe

Pinklady
Originating from rural Mexican farms, Huevos Rancheros was traditionally a farmer's breakfast, providing nourishment before a day of hard labor. The dish typically features corn tortillas, refried beans, fried eggs, and a homemade salsa.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Small saucepan
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Plates for serving

Ingredients
  

  • Corn tortillas – 4 (you can substitute with flour tortillas if preferred)
  • Eggs – 4 large
  • Refried beans – 1 cup (canned or homemade)
  • Tomatoes – 2 medium, diced
  • Jalapeño pepper – 1, finely chopped (optional for extra spice)
  • Garlic – 1 clove, minced
  • Cilantro – 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Avocado – 1, sliced (for garnish, optional)
  • Salt and pepper – to taste
  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons (or vegetable oil)
  • Cheese – Queso fresco or crumbled feta (optional for topping)
  • Onion – 1 small, diced

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Salsa
    Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion, jalapeño, and garlic, cooking until the onion is soft and translucent (about 2–3 minutes).
  • Add the diced tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and let it cook for another 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally. The tomatoes should soften and create a chunky salsa. Remove from heat, stir in chopped cilantro, and set aside.
  • Prepare the Tortillas
    In a skillet, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium heat. Place each tortilla in the skillet one at a time, warming each side for about 30 seconds. The tortillas should be soft but slightly crisped on the edges.
  • Once warmed, set the tortillas aside on your serving plates.
  • Cook the Eggs
    Using the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed, then crack each egg into the pan. Fry them to your preferred doneness; sunny-side-up is traditional for Huevos Rancheros, so the yolks remain runny.
  • Season with salt and pepper while cooking, and once the eggs are ready, remove them from the pan.
  • Assemble the Huevos Rancheros
    Spread a layer of refried beans on each tortilla.
  • Place a fried egg on top of each tortilla with beans, then spoon some of the freshly made salsa over the eggs.
  • Optionally, add avocado slices and sprinkle cheese on top for added flavor.
  • Serve and Garnish
    Add extra cilantro, more salsa, or even hot sauce if you like it spicier. Serve the Huevos Rancheros warm and enjoy immediately.

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