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Huevos Rancheros

Savory Huevos Rancheros That Transform Breakfast Bliss

Huevos Rancheros is a flavorful and quick breakfast option combining eggs, beans, and salsa, perfect for any meal of the day.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salsa
  • 1 cup Homemade Salsa or Store-bought Salsa medium or spicy to suit your taste
  • 1 tsp Lime Juice fresh lime juice is preferred
For the Beans
  • 15 oz Black Beans canned, not drained
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil divided; vegetable oil is a great alternative
For the Tortillas and Eggs
  • 4 pieces Corn Tortillas quality tortillas like La Tortilla Factory enhance texture
  • 4 pieces Eggs fry until whites are opaque
For Toppings
  • Toppings e.g., sliced avocado, guacamole, sour cream, Cotija cheese, cilantro, pickled onions, hot sauce

Equipment

  • Medium Skillet
  • Cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Huevos Rancheros
  1. In a medium skillet over medium heat, combine your choice of homemade or store-bought salsa with lime juice. Allow the mixture to simmer until it thickens, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. In a separate skillet, add 1/3 cup of the warmed salsa along with the canned black beans, a splash of water, salt, and pepper. Heat the mixture on medium-low for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil into a cast iron skillet and heat over medium heat. Add each corn tortilla, cooking for about 20 seconds per side until they are golden and pliable.
  4. In the same skillet used for the salsa, heat another tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Crack the eggs gently into the skillet and fry for approximately 2 ½ minutes.
  5. Start by spreading a generous layer of the creamy refried beans on each warm tortilla. Follow this with a carefully placed fried egg on top and a generous drizzle of your thickened salsa.
  6. Plate your assembled Huevos Rancheros immediately to enjoy them at their best. Serve hot alongside a refreshing fruit salad or your favorite beverage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to substitute the black beans with pinto beans, and switch up the eggs to scrambled if that’s your preference.

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