Description
This huevos rancheros recipe is a bold, savory Mexican breakfast made with crispy corn tortillas, creamy beans, rich eggs, and flavorful salsa. It is simple, comforting, and packed with texture and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- Corn tortillas
- Fresh eggs
- Black beans or pinto beans
- Salsa roja or ranchero sauce
- Cooking oil
- Avocado slices
- Cotija cheese or queso fresco
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream (optional)
- Radishes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat salsa in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare beans by heating them with some liquid, mash slightly and season.
- Heat oil and crisp corn tortillas for about 30 seconds per side.
- Fry eggs to your preferred doneness.
- Place tortillas on a plate.
- Spread beans evenly over tortillas.
- Add eggs on top.
- Spoon warm salsa over everything.
- Add toppings like avocado, cheese, and cilantro.
Notes
Use high quality salsa for best flavor. Always crisp tortillas to avoid sogginess. Fresh eggs improve texture and presentation. Keep toppings balanced for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 180mg