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Huevos Rancheros

Huevos Rancheros: Your New Favorite Savory Breakfast Delight

Huevos Rancheros is a vibrant and flavorful breakfast dish featuring eggs, tortillas, and zesty salsa.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 plates
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 large Eggs Sunny-side-up for traditional touch
  • 4 pieces Corn Tortillas High-quality for better texture
  • 1 cup Refried Beans Black or pinto beans work beautifully
For the Salsa
  • 1 cup Salsa Homemade or store-bought, well-seasoned
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh juice is best for flavor
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with another oil
For Serving
  • to taste Toppings Consider avocado, Cotija cheese, cilantro, pickled red onions, and hot sauce

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a non-stick skillet, simmer salsa over medium heat for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
  2. In another skillet, warm refried beans with a bit of the cooked salsa, salt, and pepper for about 3 minutes.
  3. Heat tortillas in a cast-iron skillet, turning occasionally, until golden and pliable.
  4. In the same non-stick pan, lightly fry the eggs until the whites are set and yolks are at your desired doneness.
  5. Spread warmed beans over the tortillas, then top with a fried egg, generous salsa, and any additional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze refried beans and salsa for up to 3 months; cook fresh eggs when ready to serve.

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