Huevos Rancheros

Name: Huevos Rancheros
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients: 4 corn tortillas; 1 can canned refried beans; 4 eggs; 1 cup red salsa; 1/2 white onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; to taste salt; to taste black pepper; 1/2 lime, cut into wedges; 1/2 avocado, sliced

Crispy corn tortillas topped with warm refried beans, fried eggs, and tangy salsa. A traditional Mexican breakfast with a perfect balance of hearty and fresh flavors.

25 minEasyServes 4310 cal/serving

Mexican-AmericanBreakfastStovetopVegetarian

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Ingredients

4 corn tortillas
1 can canned refried beans
4 eggs
1 cup red salsa
1/2 white onion, finely diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
3 tbsp vegetable oil
to taste salt
to taste black pepper
1/2 lime, cut into wedges
1/2 avocado, sliced

Instructions

1

Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2

Fry each 4 corn tortillas for 30 seconds per side until crispy. Transfer to a plate.
3

Add more oil to the skillet if needed. Fry 4 eggs sunny-side up until whites are set but yolks remain runny, about 4-5 minutes. Season with to taste salt and to taste black pepper.
4

Warm 1 can canned refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat.
5

Warm 1 cup red salsa in another small saucepan or microwave.
6

Place each crispy tortilla on a serving plate.
7

Spread a layer of warm refried beans on each tortilla.
8

Top with a fried egg.
9

Pour warm 1 cup red salsa over the eggs and tortillas.
10

Garnish with 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco, 1/2 finely diced white onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Serve with 1/2 sliced avocado and a squeeze of 1/2 cut into wedges lime.

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What is Huevos Rancheros?

Crispy corn tortillas topped with warm refried beans, fried eggs, and tangy salsa. A traditional Mexican breakfast with a perfect balance of hearty and fresh flavors. This reference files it under Mexican-American breakfast: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 25 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of queso fresco in Huevos Rancheros?

The entry for Huevos Rancheros calls for 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco. In its place: Mild feta, rinsed, or farmer cheese.

Can I make Huevos Rancheros dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Huevos Rancheros is 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Huevos Rancheros vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco and 4 eggs. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan breakfast collection.

Does Huevos Rancheros contain eggs?

Yes: 4 eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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