Huevos Motuleños with a Korean Twist

Ingredients

In this Korean-inspired version of Huevos Motuleños, we incorporate gochujang, a spicy fermented chili paste, into the tomato-chili sauce. Additionally, we garnish the dish with kimchi, scallions, and sesame seeds, which add a distinct Korean flavor profile and a refreshing twist to the traditional Mexican dish. We alse have the original recipe for Huevos Motuleños, so you can check it out.

• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 4 small corn tortillas 4 small corn tortillas
• 1 cup (200g) cooked black beans 1 cup (200g) cooked black beans
• 4 slices of ham 4 slices of ham
• 1 cup (150g) frozen peas 1 cup (150g) frozen peas
• 1 cup (240ml) tomato sauce 1 cup (240ml) tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon gochujang 1 tablespoon gochujang
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup (60g) kimchi, for garnish 1/4 cup (60g) kimchi, for garnish
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish 2 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 14g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 6g
• Protein: 18g
• Fiber: 10g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the tortillas until crispy, then transfer them to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.
3. 3.
   In the same skillet, cook the ham slices until heated through. Remove from the skillet and keep warm in the oven.
4. 4.
   In a small saucepan, combine the tomato sauce and gochujang. Cook over low heat until heated through.
5. 5.
   In a separate skillet, heat the black beans and peas until warmed.
6. 6.
   In a non-stick skillet, fry the eggs to your desired doneness.
7. 7.
   To assemble, place a crispy tortilla on each plate. Top with a spoonful of black beans and peas, followed by a slice of ham. Place a fried egg on top of each stack.
8. 8.
   Drizzle the gochujang tomato sauce over the eggs. Garnish with kimchi, scallions, and sesame seeds.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Kimchi — If you prefer a milder flavor, rinse the kimchi before using it as a garnish.
• Gochujang — Adjust the amount of gochujang according to your spice preference. Add more for extra heat or reduce for a milder flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and add sautéed mushrooms or tofu as a substitute.
• Serve with a side of steamed rice for a more filling meal.
• Experiment with different types of kimchi to find your favorite flavor combination.
• If you prefer a spicier dish, add a sprinkle of Korean chili flakes (gochugaru) to the tomato sauce.
• Feel free to customize the toppings by adding sliced avocado, cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream.

Serving advice

Serve the Korean-inspired Huevos Motuleños hot, straight from the skillet. The combination of flavors and textures is best enjoyed when the dish is freshly prepared.

Presentation advice

Arrange the crispy tortilla, black beans, ham, and fried egg in an aesthetically pleasing stack on each plate. Drizzle the gochujang tomato sauce over the eggs, and sprinkle the dish with kimchi, scallions, and sesame seeds for a vibrant and visually appealing presentation.