Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMezcalito DurhamHuevos Rancheros Recipe

Huevos Rancheros Recipe

Inspired by Mezcalito Durham
Time30m
Serves4

fried eggs / tortillas-cheese / rice / refried beans / red sauce / onions / cilantro

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the onion and cilantro. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Refried Beans

    In a small saucepan, heat the refried beans over medium heat until warmed through.

  3. 3

    Fry the Eggs

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook until the whites are set and yolks are cooked to your liking. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Heat the Tortillas

    In a separate skillet, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Huevos Rancheros

    On each tortilla, spread a layer of refried beans, followed by a scoop of rice. Top with a fried egg, a spoonful of red sauce, and sprinkle with chopped onions and cilantro.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately with additional red sauce on the side, if desired.

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