Huevos Rancheros
Huevos Rancheros is a vibrant Mexican breakfast classic combining fried eggs, black beans, corn tortillas, and zesty salsa for a quick, flavorful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Mexican
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cooked black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup salsa choose your favorite variety
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 corn tortillas
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Feta cheese or queso fresco optional, for topping
Start by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked black beans and warm them through, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir occasionally until fragrant and heated evenly.
In a separate pan, warm the corn tortillas one at a time over medium heat, about 30 seconds per side, until pliable and flavorful.
In the same pan used for the beans, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Crack the eggs into the pan and cook sunny-side up or over-easy, seasoning with salt and pepper. Keep yolks runny.
Place a warm tortilla on each plate. Spoon black beans over the tortilla, then carefully place a fried egg on top. Spoon salsa over the egg and garnish with sliced avocado and chopped cilantro.
If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese or queso fresco over the top. Serve immediately while warm and fresh.
- Always keep egg yolks runny for the best flavor and texture contrast.
- Warm fresh tortillas before assembling to prevent sogginess and enhance flavor.
- Rinse canned black beans to remove excess sodium and improve taste.
- Customize with seasonal toppings like roasted corn or fresh radishes for variety.
- Store beans and salsa separately in the fridge and reheat before serving; cook eggs fresh.
Keyword Easy, Gluten-Free, Quick, Vegetarian