Huevos Rancheros (Mexican Eggs)
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Huevos Rancheros (Mexican Eggs)
Description
This Mexican breakfast recipe begins by lightly frying soft corn tortillas to warm and soften them without crisping. Refried beans are spread over the tortillas, providing a creamy base. Eggs are fried in butter until the whites are set while keeping the yolks runny for contrast.
Layering the fried eggs over beans and tortillas, the dish is then topped with ranchero sauce—a savory tomato-based sauce—and fresh pico de gallo, which offers a fresh, citrusy bite. Optional garnishes like crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese add a salty richness, complementing the flavors and textures. The balance of warm, soft tortillas, creamy beans, runny yolks, and bright salsa creates a hearty, satisfying dish.
Huevos Rancheros is typically served immediately to preserve the texture of the eggs and tortillas. Additional garnishes such as salsa verde, sliced avocado, or chopped cilantro can be added according to preference to customize the dish.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 tbsp butter
- 8 egg
- 2 cups refried beans
- 1 1/2 cups ranchero sauce
- 2 cups Pico de Gallo
Instructions
- Have all of your garnishes ready (Refried Beans, Ranchero Sauce and Pico de Gallo).
- In a skillet over medium heat add the oil and fry each tortilla for 30 seconds a side. These are supposed to be soft, not crunchy, unless preferred. Set aside on paper towel line plate.
- In same frying pan wipe it clean and add the butter. When melted, fry the eggs until whites are set and yolk is cooked to desired doneness (preferably runny).
Assembly
- For one serving: Spread refried beans on 2 fried tortillas, top with 2 fried eggs, ranchero sauce and fresh pico de gallo. Serve immediately.
- Crumble queso fresco or cotija cheese on top (optional)
Notes
- Use soft fried tortillas for best texture; avoid crisping unless preferred.
- Cook eggs to desired doneness; runny yolks give a creamy contrast.
- Optional garnishes include salsa verde, crumbled cotija cheese, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro to enhance flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 464 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 464kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 60g | 20% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 335mg | 112% |
| Sodium | 1441mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 219mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 1796IU | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 132mg | 13% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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