
Recipe
Greek-style Huevos Rancheros
Mediterranean Morning Eggs
4.7 out of 5
Huevos Rancheros is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish that has become popular worldwide. This Greek-style version adds a Mediterranean twist to the classic recipe, with the addition of feta cheese, olives, and oregano. It's a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast that will transport you to the sunny shores of Greece.
Metadata
Preparation time
15 minutes
Cooking time
10 minutes
Total time
25 minutes
Yields
2 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Mediterranean diet, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Low-carb, High-protein
Allergens
Wheat (in pita bread), Dairy (in feta cheese)
Not suitable for
Vegan, Dairy-free, Paleo, Keto, Nut-free
Ingredients
This Greek-style Huevos Rancheros recipe replaces the traditional Mexican ingredients like black beans, jalapenos, and avocado with Greek ingredients like feta cheese, olives, and oregano. The dish is also served with pita bread instead of tortillas. We alse have the original recipe for Huevos rancheros, so you can check it out.
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4 eggs 4 eggs
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1/2 cup (120ml) tomato sauce 1/2 cup (120ml) tomato sauce
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1/4 cup (60g) crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup (60g) crumbled feta cheese
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1/4 cup (30g) sliced Kalamata olives 1/4 cup (30g) sliced Kalamata olives
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
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2 pita breads 2 pita breads
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal / 1674 KJ
- Fat: 25g (10g saturated)
- Carbohydrates: 25g (5g sugars)
- Protein: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Salt: 1.5g
Preparation
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1.Preheat the oven to 180C (350F).
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2.In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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3.Add the tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
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4.Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
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5.Sprinkle the feta cheese and olives over the eggs.
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6.Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, until the eggs are set.
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7.Serve with warm pita bread.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Feta cheese — Use a good quality feta cheese for the best flavor. You can also substitute it with goat cheese or ricotta cheese.
- Kalamata olives — If you don't have Kalamata olives, you can use any other type of black olives.
- Pita bread — Warm the pita bread in the oven or on a skillet before serving for a softer texture.
Tips & Tricks
- You can add some chopped fresh tomatoes or bell peppers to the tomato sauce for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If you like your eggs runny, cook them for less time in the skillet before transferring to the oven.
- You can also add some chopped fresh herbs like parsley or basil on top of the eggs before serving.
Serving advice
Serve the Greek-style Huevos Rancheros with some fresh fruit, like sliced oranges or grapefruit, for a refreshing and healthy breakfast.
Presentation advice
Serve the dish in a colorful and rustic skillet for a beautiful presentation. Sprinkle some extra feta cheese and olives on top for a more appetizing look.
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