Are you looking for a simple egg dish with plenty of flavor and versatility? Huevos Rancheros can be whipped up in under 15 minutes as a spicy breakfast or a satisfying meatless lunch or dinner.
And, you can customize it to your tastes, or serve it plain with the toppings on the side and let diners chose what to add.
Read on to learn about this delicioso dish.
My parents weren't big breakfast eaters. But brunch, or breakfast for dinner (aka "brinner") was another matter. My dad made the best omelets!
Occasionally, we would have huevos rancheros. For those that don't speak Spanish, the name may conjure up an idea of an elaborate complex meal, the truth is quite the opposite.
"Ranch Eggs" are a simple meal served to get the ranch hands fueled to get out and do their job. Basically, it is sunny side up eggs with tortillas, salsa and other goodies.
Ingredients for Huevos Rancheros
There are plenty of variations of this dish, and I encourage you to tailor it to your family's tastes.
Most recipes will agree that it should be served with a sunny side up egg on a corn tortilla with salsa (try one of these).
Some suggestions for additions:
- refried beans
- cheese (Monterey, cheddar, queso fresco, etc.)
- cilantro
- chopped onions, bell peppers or chile peppers
- avocado or guacamole
Since we have different taste preferences in my house, I serve all of the toppings on the side and we each add our own.
Breakfast for Dinner #OurDinnerTable
Traditional "breakfast foods" are wonderful any time of day. And there really isn't any rule that says you can't have pancakes for dinner and lasagna for breakfast.
Switch things up and serve your family breakfast for dinner:
- Asparagus Bacon and Gouda Quiche by Cheese Curd In Paradise
- Breakfast Stir-Fry by A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
- Cheesy Bacon Breakfast Burrito by Making Miracles
- Corned Beef Hash by Palatable Pastime
- Hearty Irish Breakfast Bowl by Our Good Life
- Mexican Breakfast Casserole by Karen's Kitchen Stories
- Tater Tot Waffles with the Works by A Day in the Life on the Farm
We share Recipes From Our Dinner Table! Join our group and share your recipes, too! While you're at it, join our Pinterest board, too!
Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 corn tortillas
- 4 large eggs
- chipotle powder (to taste)
- sea salt (to taste)
- 1 large avocado (sliced)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- 1 can refried beans
- fresh salsa
Instructions
- Add the refried beans to a small pan, heat over medium high while cooking the other ingredients, stirring occasionally.1 can refried beans
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a corn tortilla to the skillet and fry until the tortillas begin to crisp around the edges, about 15-20 seconds a side. Transfer to a plate and blot off excess oil with paper towels. Repeat with remaining tortillas and set aside.3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 4 corn tortillas
- Reduce heat to medium-low and fry the eggs sunny-side up in the leftover oil, just until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny.4 large eggs
- To serve place a tortilla on a plate, top with egg, season to taste with chipotle and sea salt.chipotle powder, sea salt
- Serve other ingredients on the side to allow diners to choose their own.1 large avocado, ½ cup fresh cilantro, 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, fresh salsa
Sound fabulous? Share it!
Until next time, happy eating.
~Audrey
Karen
I love Mexican themed breakfasts. Your plate looks amazing.
Terri Steffes
First, that recipe looks ah-maz-ing but I am also in love with your dishes. How pretty and perfect for this dish.
Christie
This reminds me of Saturday mornings with Dad and making breakfast. We had a Mexican breakfast similar to this we would make. Can't wait to try this!