Huevos Rancheros with a Twist

A hearty and flavorful Mexican breakfast featuring crispy tostadas, refried beans, fried eggs, and a vibrant homemade salsa ranchera with a hint of smoky chipotle.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

525

Level

Medium

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£2.50

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Ingredients

Servings

8countCorn Tortillas(Small, street-style tortillas work best)

£1.50

1canRefried Beans(15 ounces, store-bought or homemade)

£0.85

4largeEggs(Free-range preferred)

£1.20

1mediumAvocado(Pitted and sliced)

£1.10

4ouncesQueso Fresco(Crumbled)

£2.50

2tablespoonsVegetable Oil(For frying tortillas and eggs)

£0.10

1tablespoonOlive Oil(For the salsa ranchera)

£0.15

0.5mediumOnion(Diced)

£0.20

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

1canDiced Tomatoes(14.5 ounces, undrained)

£0.65

1pepperChipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce(Minced, plus 1 teaspoon adobo sauce. Adjust to taste.)

£0.30

0.5cupChicken Broth (or Vegetable Broth)(Low sodium)

£0.25

0.3cupCilantro(Chopped, for garnish)

£0.50

1countLime(Cut into wedges, for serving)

£0.30

To tasteteaspoonSalt

£0.01

To tasteteaspoonPepper

£0.30

Total Cost

£10.01

£2.50 per serving

The Method

1
**Prepare the Salsa Ranchera:** Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
2
Stir in diced tomatoes, chipotle pepper (and adobo sauce), chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. For a smoother sauce, carefully blend using an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender (be careful when blending hot liquids!).
3
**Fry the Tortillas:** Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each tortilla for 1-2 minutes per side, until crispy and golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4
**Warm the Beans:** While the tortillas are frying, warm the refried beans in a separate saucepan or microwave.
5
**Fry the Eggs:** In the same skillet, fry the eggs to your desired doneness. Season with salt and pepper.
6
**Assemble:** Spread a layer of refried beans on each crispy tortilla. Top with a fried egg, then spoon over the salsa ranchera.
7
Garnish with sliced avocado, crumbled queso fresco, and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (300g)

525 kcal / 2197 kJ

Carbs

45g

17% of RDA

Fat

30g

43% of RDA

Protein

23g

46% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

13 g

43% of RDA

Sugar

5 g

6% of RDA

Sodium

780 mg

34% of RDA

Saturated Fat

9 g

45% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a spicier salsa, add more chipotle pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

If you don't have chipotle peppers, you can use a dash of smoked paprika for a similar smoky flavor.

To make ahead, the salsa ranchera can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Adjust the amount of refried beans and salsa to your liking.

Cooking Equipment

Stovetop

Large Skillet

Small Saucepan

Blender (optional)

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

For a spicier salsa, add more chipotle pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

If you don't have chipotle peppers, you can use a dash of smoked paprika for a similar smoky flavor.

To make ahead, the salsa ranchera can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Adjust the amount of refried beans and salsa to your liking.

Huevos Rancheros with a Twist

Ingredients

The Method