How to Make Black Bean Huevos Rancheros - A Step-by-Step Guide

Huevos Rancheros is a classic Mexican breakfast dish, traditionally made with fried eggs served on a tortilla and smothered in a spicy tomato-based sauce. This recipe puts a unique twist on the traditional dish by incorporating black beans for added protein and flavor. This Black Bean Huevos Rancheros recipe is a delicious and satisfying way to start your day.

The combination of the soft, runny egg yolks with the hearty black beans and tangy salsa creates a flavorful and filling meal ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups fresh tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • salt, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (19 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon chopped chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
  • 8 (7 inch) flour tortillas
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 eggs

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • To make the salsa: Stir tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, 1 clove minced garlic, and salt together in a bowl until well blended. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  • Place 1 teaspoon canola oil in a skillet and heat over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute until light brown. Mix in black beans, chicken broth, and chiles; simmer until beans are heated through, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and keep warm.
  • Place four tortillas on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle cheese evenly over tortillas; top with remaining four tortillas. Cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Bake tortillas in preheated oven until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.
  • Place remaining 1 teaspoon canola oil in a skillet; heat over medium heat. Crack eggs into skillet and cook to desired firmness.
  • To assemble huevos rancheros: Place cheese-filled tortillas on four serving plates. Top each tortilla with black bean mixture, a layer of salsa, and an egg. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    440 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 214mg
    • Sodium: 893mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 14g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 246mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 823mg