Huevos Rancheros
This robust take on Huevos Rancheros includes seasoned beef mince layered with refried beans over warm tortillas, all topped with a fried egg, fresh avocado, and a rich tomato-chilli sauce. It's a bold, colourful brunch dish that’s packed with protein and flavour. A perfect choice when you’re craving something filling but full of freshness.
This robust take on Huevos Rancheros includes seasoned beef mince layered with refried beans over warm tortillas, all topped with a fried egg, fresh avocado, and a rich tomato-chilli sauce. It's a bold, colourful brunch dish that’s packed with protein and flavour. A perfect choice when you’re craving something filling but full of freshness.
Servings 2 Portions
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 medium jalapeño red chilli, chopped
- 400 g chopped tomatoes
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Base Ingredients:
- 2 large corn tortillas
- ½ tbsp oil for frying
- 100 g beef mince
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 4 tbsp refried beans
Topping Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs free range
- 1 medium ripe avocado sliced
- feta or grated cheddar cheese
- Fresh coriander chopped
- 1 large limes wedges
- Sour cream or Greek yoghurt (optional)
Instructions
Make the sauce:
- Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in the garlic and chilli, cook for another minute, then add the chopped tomatoes, cumin, salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened. Set aside.1 tbsp olive oil, 1 small onion, 1 clove garlic, 1 medium jalapeño, 400 g chopped tomatoes, ½ tsp ground cumin, salt, pepper
Cook the beef mince:
- In a separate frying pan, cook the beef mince over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat. Season with smoked paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook for a further 3–4 minutes to infuse the flavour, then remove from heat.salt, 100 g beef mince, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, pepper
Warm the tortillas:
- In a dry frying pan, heat the corn tortillas one at a time for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and slightly toasted. Keep warm.2 large corn tortillas
Heat the beans:
- Warm the refried beans in a small pan or the microwave. Spread 2 tablespoons over each tortilla and set on serving plates.4 tbsp refried beans
Fry the eggs:
- In a non-stick frying pan, heat a little oil and fry the eggs to your liking—sunny-side up is traditional for Huevos Rancheros.½ tbsp oil, 2 large eggs
Assemble the dish:
- Spoon the warm tomato sauce generously over the beef and beans. Gently place a fried egg on top of each tortilla. Add sliced avocado, crumbled cheese if desired, and scatter over the chopped coriander.
- Top with sliced avocado, crumbled cheese if using, and a sprinkle of fresh coriander.1 medium ripe avocado, feta, Fresh coriander
Serve:
- Add a wedge of lime and a dollop of sour cream or yoghurt on the side, if desired. Serve the huevos rancheros immediately while hot.1 large limes, Sour cream
Notes
Huevos Rancheros is best enjoyed fresh, with a good coffee or fresh orange juice. It's simple, vibrant, and incredibly satisfying.
I will admit, I like to add a spoon of pickle on top of the dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 466kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 186mg | Sodium: 552mg | Potassium: 1098mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 776IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 5mg
