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A classic Southwestern breakfast featuring perfectly fried eggs nestled on warm corn tortillas and smothered in a zesty homemade green chile sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes for a hearty, flavorful start to your day.
Prepare the Green Chile Sauce
Warm the Tortillas
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A classic Southwestern breakfast featuring perfectly fried eggs nestled on warm corn tortillas and smothered in a zesty homemade green chile sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes for a hearty, flavorful start to your day.
This southwest recipe takes 30 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 616.9 calories per serving with 23.21g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch.
Fry the Eggs
Assemble and Serve
Prepare a simple red chile sauce (salsa roja) as well. Serve one egg covered in green sauce and the other in red sauce, separated by a line of refried beans or cotija cheese.
Stir cooked chorizo, shredded chicken, or carnitas into the green chile sauce for a heartier dish.
Fry the tortillas until they are completely crisp to create a crunchy tostada base instead of soft tortillas.
Replace the eggs with a seasoned tofu scramble and use a plant-based cheese for garnish.
Eggs are an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and keeping you feeling full and satisfied.
Avocado provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce bad cholesterol levels and support overall cardiovascular health.
Green chiles contain capsaicin, a compound that has been shown to provide a temporary boost to metabolism and may aid in fat burning.
Corn tortillas, chiles, and avocado contribute dietary fiber, which is important for digestive health, regulating blood sugar, and promoting satiety.
A typical serving of this Huevos Rancheros with Green Chile contains approximately 550-650 calories, depending on the amount of oil used and the size of the avocado and garnishes.
Yes, it can be a healthy and balanced meal. It provides high-quality protein from eggs, healthy fats from avocado, and fiber from the corn tortillas and chiles. To make it healthier, you can use less oil for frying or poach the eggs instead.
Absolutely! Using a red chile sauce (salsa roja) is a classic variation. You can use a store-bought enchilada sauce or make your own from dried red chiles like guajillo or ancho.
It's best to store the components separately. Keep the green chile sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store tortillas and garnishes separately. Reheat the sauce and tortillas, and fry fresh eggs just before serving for the best results.
To increase the heat, use hot green chiles instead of mild ones. You can also add a finely minced jalapeño or serrano pepper to the sauce along with the onions.
If you can't find Cotija cheese, you can substitute it with crumbled feta, queso fresco, or a mild shredded Monterey Jack cheese.