Recipe

Huevos Rancheros Croatian Style

Croatian Huevos Rancheros with Ajvar

4.7 out of 5

Huevos Rancheros is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish that has become popular worldwide. In Croatia, we have adapted this dish to our own cuisine by adding ajvar, a roasted red pepper and eggplant spread. This Croatian version of Huevos Rancheros is a delicious and hearty breakfast that will keep you energized throughout the day.

Egg Dish› Huevos rancheros

Cuisine of the Americas› North American cuisine› Mexican cuisine

European cuisine› Mediterranean cuisine› Balkan cuisine› Croatian cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

15 minutes

Total time

35 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Nut-free, Soy-free, Low-carb

Allergens

Eggs

Not suitable for

Vegan, Dairy-free, Paleo, Keto, High-fat

Ingredients

The Croatian version of Huevos Rancheros differs from the original Mexican recipe by adding ajvar, a popular Croatian spread made from roasted red peppers and eggplant. Additionally, we use Croatian spices and herbs to give the dish a unique flavor. We alse have the original recipe for Huevos rancheros, so you can check it out.

4 large eggs 4 large eggs
4 corn tortillas 4 corn tortillas
1 cup (240ml) of ajvar 1 cup (240ml) of ajvar
1/2 cup (120ml) of sour cream 1/2 cup (120ml) of sour cream
1/2 cup (120ml) of chopped fresh parsley 1/2 cup (120ml) of chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup (120ml) of chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 cup (120ml) of chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup (120ml) of chopped fresh chives 1/2 cup (120ml) of chopped fresh chives
1/2 cup (120ml) of chopped fresh dill 1/2 cup (120ml) of chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup (120ml) of olive oil 1/2 cup (120ml) of olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

Calories: 350 kcal / 1460 KJ
Fat: 25g (7g saturated)
Carbohydrates: 20g (5g sugars)
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 4g
Salt: 1g

Preparation

1.
Preheat the oven to 180C (350F).
2.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3.
Add the tortillas to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
4.
Remove the tortillas from the skillet and place them on a baking sheet.
5.
Spread ajvar on each tortilla.
6.
Crack an egg onto each tortilla.
7.
Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
8.
Serve with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Treat your ingredients with care...

Ajvar — If you can't find ajvar in your local grocery store, you can make your own by roasting red peppers and eggplant, then blending them together with garlic, olive oil, and vinegar.

Tips & Tricks

To make this dish spicier, add some chopped jalapenos or hot sauce to the ajvar.
If you don't have corn tortillas, you can use flour tortillas instead.
For a healthier version, you can use egg whites instead of whole eggs.