Huevos Rancheros
Huevos Rancheros is a classic Mexican breakfast featuring crispy tortillas topped with fried eggs and a vibrant tomato-chili sauce, perfect for a hearty start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 corn tortillas
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh salsa (tomato, onion, chili, cilantro)
- 1/4 cup refried beans
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar or queso fresco
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Lightly fry the corn tortillas until crispy but still pliable, about 1-2 minutes per side. Set aside on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, fry the eggs sunny side up, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Warm the refried beans until heated through.
- To assemble, spread refried beans on each tortilla, then top each with a fried egg.
- Spoon fresh salsa over the eggs, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Garnish with avocado slices and fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
For an extra kick, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. You can also substitute corn tortillas with flour ones if preferred.