Huevos D'Elena aka Huevostadas

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Huevos D'Elena aka Huevostadas
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 01, 2023

Ingredients

  • 4-6 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 can of diced tomatoes
  • 4-6 corn tortillas
  • Optional: Sliced avocado, crumbled queso fresco, cilantro, sour cream, and/or hot sauce for serving

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, jalapeno pepper, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pan and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes and stir to combine. Simmer the sauce for about 5 minutes then reduce the heat to low.
  4. Crack the eggs into the sauce, making sure not to break the yolks. Cover the pan and cook for 6-8 minutes or until the eggs are cooked to your desired doneness.
  5. Meanwhile, heat the tortillas in a large skillet over medium heat until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes per side. Set aside.
  6. Serve the huevos d'elena over the toasted tortillas and top with optional toppings, if desired.

Interesting Facts

  • Huevos D'Elena is a classic Mexican breakfast dish that is typically served with refried beans and a side of salsa.
  • The dish was named after Doña Elena, a legendary Mexican cook who was known for her flavorful recipes.
  • Huevos D'Elena is also known as Huevostadas, which translates to "egg on a tortilla."