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Huevos a la Mexicana


  • Author: Teprod
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2

Description

Huevos a la mexicana is a flavorful Mexican breakfast dish that brings together sunny-side-up eggs, sautéed tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños in a vibrant and satisfying meal. Perfect for any time of the day, this dish is not just delicious but also quick to prepare, making it ideal for brunch or a weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1 medium white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped (adjust based on spice preference)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Gather and chop all vegetables: tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and cilantro.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil or butter. Once hot, sauté onions and jalapeños until soft (3-4 minutes).
  3. Add diced tomatoes along with salt and pepper; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Create small wells in the vegetable mixture and crack an egg into each well.
  5. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until egg whites are set but yolks are runny (5-7 minutes).
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with cilantro, and serve immediately with warm tortillas.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 370mg

Keywords: For extra creaminess, consider adding cheese before covering the skillet. Feel free to swap jalapeños for milder peppers if desired.