Mexican-American Huevos Rancheros

Ingredients

While the original Spanish dish, Huevos a la flamenca, features a tomato-based sauce with various vegetables and cured meats, the Mexican-American adaptation, Huevos Rancheros, focuses on a simpler tomato sauce with bold spices. Additionally, Huevos Rancheros is typically served on a crispy tortilla base, adding a unique texture to the dish. We alse have the original recipe for Huevos a la flamenca, so you can check it out.

• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 4 corn tortillas 4 corn tortillas
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 5g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and jalapeno pepper. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the diced tomatoes, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes.
4. 4.
   While the sauce is simmering, heat a separate skillet over medium heat. Lightly toast the corn tortillas on both sides until they become slightly crispy. Set aside.
5. 5.
   Create small wells in the tomato sauce and carefully crack the eggs into each well. Cover the skillet and let the eggs cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny, about 5-6 minutes.
6. 6.
   Place the toasted corn tortillas on serving plates. Carefully transfer one egg with some sauce onto each tortilla.
7. 7.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Corn tortillas — To make them extra crispy, lightly brush each tortilla with oil before toasting them in the skillet.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the tomato sauce.
• Customize your Huevos Rancheros by adding toppings such as avocado slices, crumbled queso fresco, or a dollop of sour cream.
• If you prefer your eggs fully cooked, simply cook them for a few more minutes until the yolks are no longer runny.

Serving advice

Serve the Huevos Rancheros with warm tortillas on the side for scooping up the delicious tomato sauce and eggs. Add a side of refried beans and Mexican rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the crispy tortilla base on a plate and carefully place the egg with sauce on top. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for a pop of color. Serve with a side of refried beans and Mexican rice to create an enticing and visually appealing presentation.