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Skillet Huevos Rancheros: Enjoy Runny Eggs in Spice!


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and vibrant dish featuring crispy tortillas topped with runny eggs in a spicy tomato sauce.


Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juices
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 1 avocado, cut into slices
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco (optional)
  • Hot sauce (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Fry the corn tortillas for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden crisp, then transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, and add the ground cumin, chili powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Create four small indentations in the tomato mixture and crack an egg into each one.
  7. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until the egg whites are firm and yolks are runny.
  8. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and serve over crispy tortillas. Garnish with avocado slices, queso fresco, and hot sauce.

Notes

  • Adjust the cooking time for eggs based on your preferred doneness.
  • Feel free to add more spices or toppings according to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg