Authentic Huevos Rancheros Recipe: Classic Mexican Breakfast Guide

Finish with avocado, crumbled queso, cilantro, and radishes for fresh texture and flavor.

• 2 tbsp oil, divided
• 1/2 medium white onion, diced
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped (keep seeds for more heat)
• 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
• 1 (7 oz) can tomato sauce with jalapeño, (or plain tomato sauce)
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 2 15 oz cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 ¼ cup vegetable or chicken broth, or water, as needed
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Optional: pinch of sugar, if needed to balance acidity
• 8 large eggs
• 8 corn tortillas
• Crumbled queso fresco, or cotija
• 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
• Chopped fresh cilantro
• Sliced radishes

• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and chopped jalapeño and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
• Add the chopped tomatoes and the can of tomato sauce with jalapeño (or plain tomato sauce). Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
• Reduce the heat and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down into a chunky sauce. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of broth. If it tastes too acidic, stir in a pinch of sugar. Keep the sauce warm.
• Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a second skillet. Add the drained pinto beans and 1 cup of broth (or water). Season lightly with salt and pepper, then mash a little for a creamier texture. Keep warm.
• In a third skillet, warm a thin layer of oil and lightly fry the corn tortillas until they are just crisp but still pliable. Drain on paper towels.
• Using the same skillet (add more oil if needed), fry the eggs sunny-side up or to your preferred doneness. Season the eggs with a little salt and pepper.
• To assemble, place two tortillas on each plate. Spoon a portion of the mashed beans onto the tortillas, top each with a fried egg, and spoon the ranchero sauce over the eggs. Garnish with avocado slices, crumbled queso fresco, chopped cilantro, and radish slices. Serve immediately.

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