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Close-up of a plated tortilla topped with eggs, beans, salsa, and a sprinkle of cheese.

Mexican Huevos Rancheros

Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
A classic Mexican Huevos Rancheros featuring crisp corn tortillas, rich tomato-chile salsa, and perfectly fried eggs. A simple, flavorful breakfast ready in minutes and ideal for any morning.
4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 15-ounce can whole or crushed tomatoes, preferably fire-roasted or 1–2 large fresh tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 6-ounce can diced green Anaheim chiles
  • Chipotle chili powder, adobo sauce, ground cumin, or chili powder to taste (optional)
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • Butter as needed for frying eggs
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

Prepare the Salsa

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until the pieces become translucent. Add the tomatoes along with their juices. If using whole canned tomatoes, break them apart with a spatula. If using fresh tomatoes, allow extra time for them to soften, as they require a longer cooking period.
  2. Stir in the diced green chiles and any optional seasonings, such as chipotle chili powder, adobo sauce, chili powder, or cumin. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and allow it to cook for approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt to taste. Reduce the heat to warm while the remaining components are prepared.

Warm the Plates

  1. Preheat the oven to 150°F (65°C). Place the serving plates inside to keep them warm. Do not use plastic plates.

Heat the Tortillas

  1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat approximately 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Warm each tortilla for 1–2 minutes per side or until softened and lightly blistered. Transfer the tortillas to the warmed plates and keep them in the oven while preparing the eggs.

Fry the Eggs

  1. Using the same skillet, add approximately 2 teaspoons of butter. Heat over medium-high. Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes for runny yolks or slightly longer for firmer yolks.

Assemble the Dish

  1. Spoon a small amount of the prepared salsa onto a warmed plate. Place one tortilla over the salsa, top with a fried egg, and add additional salsa over the top. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve one or two eggs and tortillas per plate.

Notes

This dish is naturally gluten-free when prepared with certified gluten-free corn tortillas. Ensure that canned tomatoes, chiles, and spices are labeled gluten-free, as some brands may include additives processed in shared facilities.
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