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Chorizo Huevos Rancheros

Chorizo Huevos Rancheros, literally takes less than 10 minutes! Chorizo Huevos Rancheros is a Cook once, eat twice recipe! Do all the work on day one and enjoy for two days! The first day, you eat Chorizo Tacos.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 556 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh chorizo (or substitute ground or shredded beef, pork, turky, venison,fish or seafood sauteed with Mexican spices.)
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 15 ounce diced tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 12 eggs
Toppings
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1-2 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 lb grated cheddar cheese
  • Salsa of your choice
  • Frijoles Refritos (Refried beans)
  • Any optional toppings you want such as; sourcream, creme fraiche, avocado, black olives, chopped onion, cilantro
  • ½ cup onion chopped

Instructions

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  1. Shred lettuce and cheese, set aside. Dice tomatoes, set aside.
  2. Remove Chorizo from the casing. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy bottom fry pan. Brown Chorizo in small batches and transfer to a bowl. When all the Chorizo is browned add chopped onion and garlic to the same pan and saute until opaque.
  3. Add previously browned Chorizo to the pan to reheat. Add the can of tomatoes and the spices. Turn the pan to low heat. Cook it down for about 10 minutes.
  4. Warm the refried beans in a microwave safe container for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add oil to a small fry pan on high heat. When oil is very hot, place corn tortilla carefully in pan just until first side is softened. Turn. Fry until desired crispness. Repeat, (two per serving) Drain on paper towel and cover with another piece of paper towel to keep warm.
  6. Spray no- stick in a third small fry pan and heat on medium. Add eggs carefully so the yolks don’t break. Fry eggs either sunnyside up, over easy or poached until desired firmness.
  7. Assemble Tortillas. Spread beans on two tortillas, Add Chorizo, eggs, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, salsa and any optional topping you choose. Serve immediately

Notes

  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days.
  • Reheat the chorizo in the microwave until hot.
  • For longer storage, freeze up to 6 months.
  • Thaw in refrigerator. Reheat per the above instructions.
  • Suggested Garnishes
  • shredded lettuce
  • chopped tomatoes
  • sliced black olives
  • sliced green onion
  • sliced avocado
  • sliced fresh or pickled jalapenos
  • sour cream or creme fraiche
  • salsa

Nutrition Information

Calories 556kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 33g (51%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 418mg (139%) Sodium 431mg (18%) Potassium 673mg (19%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 7987IU (160%) Vitamin C 42mg (47%) Calcium 429mg (43%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 556

% Daily Value*

Calories 556kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 33g 51%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 418mg 139%
Sodium 431mg 18%
Potassium 673mg 14%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 7987IU 160%
Vitamin C 42mg 47%
Calcium 429mg 43%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.