Huevos Rancheros Recipe

Add some spice to your breakfast! Huevos Rancheros Recipe brings the perfect balance of heat and protein for your morning.

Huevos Rancheros is not only delicious, but it’s also a healthy breakfast option that will keep you satisfied for hours.

The protein from the eggs and beans, along with the fiber from the tortilla and vegetables, makes for a well-rounded and nutritious meal.

Or better yet, have breakfast for dinner. Filling and tasty!

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What are Huevos Rancheros?

Huevos Rancheros is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish that has gained popularity all over the world.

The dish consists of eggs, usually fried, served on top of a tortilla and smothered in a spicy tomato-based sauce.

Other popular accompaniments include beans, avocado, cheese, and sour cream, which add richness and depth to the dish.

The origins of Huevos Rancheros can be traced back to Mexican ranchers who would eat this hearty dish to fuel their long days of work.

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Over time, the dish has evolved and been adapted to different tastes and preferences, but its core ingredients and flavors have remained consistent.

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Huevos Rancheros Recipe

This recipes makes 4 servings.

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Salsa Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon canola oil
• 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
• 1/2 cup diced poblano pepper, seeds and ribs discarded
• 1 small fresh jalapeno pepper, seeds and ribs discarded, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Huevos Rancheros Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon canola oil
• 4 large eggs
• 4 corn tortillas (6 inches), warm
• 1 can (15 1/2 ounces) no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 cup shredded low-fat Mexican cheese blend
• 1 small avocado, quartered and sliced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• 1 medium lime, cut into four wedges (optional)

Huevos Rancheros Directions:

To make salsa:

In medium saucepan over medium heat, heat oil, swirling to coat bottom. Cook onion 2 minutes, or until almost soft, stirring frequently.

Cook poblano and jalapeno peppers 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Stir in garlic. Cook 1 minute.

Stir in tomatoes, water and salt. Bring to boil.

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Reduce heat to low. Simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover to keep warm.

To make huevos rancheros:

In medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat oil, swirling to coat bottom. Cook eggs 3-4 minutes, or until whites are set and edges are fully cooked.

Place one tortilla on each plate. Top each tortilla with beans and one egg, being careful not to break yolk. Gently top each egg with warm salsa, cheese and avocado slices.

Sprinkle each serving with cilantro and serve with lime wedge, if desired.