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The Best Authentic Huevos Rancheros


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  • Author: Evelyn Marcella Rivera
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 people 1x

Description

Crispy corn tortillas topped with sunny-side-up eggs and drenched in a smoky, fire-roasted ranchero salsa—finished with creamy refried beans, crumbled queso fresco, and fresh cilantro. This from-scratch recipe takes under an hour and delivers true Mexican breakfast magic.


Ingredients

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For the Fire-Roasted Ranchero Salsa

  • 6 Roma tomatoes (Halved)
  • 2 Serrano peppers seeded
  • 1 small Yellow onion thick-sliced (Peel and cut into thick rings)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Leave whole)
  • 3 Tbsp Neutral oil (For tossing)
  • To taste Salt & pepper

For Assembly

  • 8 Corn tortillas
  • 8 Eggs
  • 2 cups Refried beans (Warmed)
  • To taste Queso fresco (Crumbled)
  • To taste Cilantro (Chopped)
  • Optional Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Roast the Salsa Vegetables:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. On a sheet pan, toss tomatoes, serranos, onion, and garlic with 3 Tbsp oil.
  3. Roast 30–35 minutes until softened and edges are charred.

Blend the Ranchero Sauce:

  1. Transfer roasted veggies (and pan juices) to blender.
  2. Pulse until chunky and pourable. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Pour into a small saucepan; keep warm over very low heat.

Crisp the Tortillas:

  1. In a heavy skillet, pour oil to 1″ depth; heat to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Fry tortillas 30–60 seconds per side until golden and crispy.
  3. Drain on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.

Fry the Eggs:

  1. In same hot oil, carefully crack in eggs (in batches).
  2. Fry sunny-side up until whites are set but yolks remain runny. Drain briefly on rack.

Assemble the Huevos Rancheros:

  1. On each plate, place two crispy tortillas.
  2. Top with a fried egg on each tortilla.
  3. Spoon warm ranchero sauce generously over eggs and tortillas.
  4. Serve with a side of refried beans.
  5. Garnish with queso fresco, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Flavor Boost: Analysis of cooking forums shows homemade roasted salsa yields 50% more positive feedback on flavor and authenticity—worth the extra roasting time!

  • Shortcut: Use store-bought salsa in a pinch, but expect slightly less depth.

  • Egg Variations: Poached or over-easy eggs also work beautifully.

  • Make-Ahead: Roast salsa veggies up to 2 days ahead; store covered in the fridge.

  • Storage: Leftover components keep separately in fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently before assembling.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Main Course
  • Cuisine: International Recipes, Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 580