Jul 14 2026
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Desayuno Salvadoreño Recipe

Inspired by La Despensa Latina
Time30m
Serves2

Huevos picados, estrellados o rancheros / Chopped, starred or ranchero eggs

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Ingredients

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Eggs

Toppings

Sauce (optional)

Cooking Oil

Method

Prepare the Ingredients

  1. 1

    Chop and Dice

    Dice the tomato and finely chop the onion and cilantro. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare Avocado

    Slice the avocado and set aside for serving.

Cook the Eggs

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

  2. 4

    Cook the Eggs

    Crack the eggs into the skillet. For scrambled eggs, stir gently until cooked through. For sunny-side up, cook undisturbed until the whites are set. For ranchero style, scramble the eggs and cook until just set.

  3. 5

    Season the Eggs

    Season the eggs with salt and black pepper to taste.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 6

    Add Toppings

    Once the eggs are cooked, transfer them to a plate and top with diced tomatoes, chopped onions, and cilantro.

  2. 7

    Add Avocado

    Place sliced avocado on top or on the side of the eggs.

  3. 8

    Add Cheese

    Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco over the top of the dish.

Optional Sauce

  1. 9

    Add Sauce

    If desired, drizzle tomato sauce and hot sauce over the eggs before serving.

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