Description
This Mexican Huevos Rancheros Recipe is made by poaching eggs in a homemade salsa and topping on a fried tortilla as well as beans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup diced red onion
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 serrano pepper, deseeded and minced
- 1 cup water
- 4 eggs
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Optional: 1 chicken bouillon
- 4 tostadas or fried corn tortillas
- 1 (8 oz) can refried beans, warmed
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
Instructions
- Cook the vegetables. In a large nonstick skillet on medium heat, add oil and wait for it to shimmer. Stir in the onion, and serrano pepper and cook until the onion is soft, about 3-5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook altogether, for another 6 minutes, until the tomatoes begin to soften up. Add a cup of water, cilantro, salt and pepper & chicken bouillon stir and bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes.
- Blend the salsa. Using a slotted spoon, take the vegetables out of the pan and place into a blender. Pour the remaining liquid into the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Poach the eggs. Pour the warm salsa back into pan. On medium heat, bring to a simmer. Crack the eggs into the sauce. Cook the eggs for about 7-10 minutes, until your desired doneness. Cook less time for a runny yolk.
- Fry the tortillas. (Optional if using corn tortillas) Fry the tortillas if you haven’t done so. In a saucepan on medium high heat, add about 1/2 inch deep oil and fry the tortillas for 2 minutes on each side.
- Assemble and serve. Spread the warmed refried beans on the fried tortillas. Add each fried tortillas with the poached egg on top and its some sauce. Garnish with avocado and extra cilantro.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients, such as ripe tomatoes, onions, peppers, and cilantro, will add the best flavors to your tomato-based sauce and toppings. Opt for fresh, high-quality ingredients to elevate the taste of your dish.
- Customize the spice level: Huevos Rancheros can be as mild or spicy as you prefer. Adjust the amount of chili peppers or hot sauce to suit your spice tolerance. You can also customize the spice level for individual servings to accommodate different preferences.
- Cook eggs to your liking: Huevos Rancheros typically feature eggs cooked sunny-side-up or over-easy, with a slightly runny yolk. However, you can adjust the cooking time to achieve your desired level of doneness for the eggs. Keep a close eye on the eggs while cooking to prevent overcooking.
- Don't skip the tortillas: The tortillas are a key component of Huevos Rancheros, so choose good-quality corn or flour tortillas and fry them up before serving.
- Add extra toppings: While traditional Huevos Rancheros typically include tomato-based sauce, eggs, beans, and cheese, you can also add extra toppings to suit your taste preferences. Avocado slices, sliced jalapenos, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and crumbled queso fresco are common additions that can enhance the flavors and textures of the dish.
- Experiment with variations: Huevos Rancheros is a versatile dish, so don't be afraid to get creative and experiment with different variations. You can try different types of beans, cheeses, or sauces, and even swap out some ingredients to suit your dietary preferences or restrictions.
- Serve with fresh garnishes: Fresh garnishes, such as chopped cilantro, lime wedges, and diced tomatoes, can add a burst of freshness and color to the dish. Serve Huevos Rancheros with some fresh garnishes on the side for an extra pop of flavor.
- Serve immediately: Huevos Rancheros is best when served immediately after assembling to ensure that the tortillas and eggs are still warm and the flavors are at their peak. Serve the dish right away for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 327.3
- Sugar: 1.2 g
- Sodium: 1,391.1 mg
- Fat: 8.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 37.3 g
- Fiber: 7.7 g
- Protein: 26.3 g
- Cholesterol: 216.9 mg
