Fried Eggs, New Mexico Style Recipe

Name: Fried Eggs, New Mexico Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 small yellow onions or 1 small white onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 2 teaspoons chipotle chiles in adobo, pureed; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and cut into small cubes; ¼ cup fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 1 cup canola oil; 4 (6 inch) corn tortillas; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 4 large eggs; 12 lb queso fresco or 12 lb monterey jack cheese, crumbled; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small yellow onions or 1 small white onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 teaspoons chipotle chiles in adobo, pureed
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and cut into small cubes
¼ cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 cup canola oil
4 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
4 large eggs
12 lb queso fresco or 12 lb monterey jack cheese, crumbled
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1
For the Black Beans:.
2
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
3
Add the onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
4
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
5
Add the cumin and cook 30 seconds.
6
Add the beans and chipotle puree and cook until just heated through, about 1 minute.
7
Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
8
For the Avocado Relish:.
9
In a medium bowl, gently combine the avocados, lime juice, oil, honey and cilantro.
10
Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
11
For the Eggs:.
12
Heat oil in a saucepan slightly larger than the tortillas over medium heat until it is hot enough to make a piece of tortilla bubble vigorously.
13
Using tongs, transfer one tortilla to the hot oil and fry for 30 seconds on each side, or just until crisp.
14
Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
15
Repeat with remaining tortillas.
16
Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot.
17
Gently break all the eggs into a bowl, keeping the yolks intact, then pour into the skillet and cook, covered, to desired doneness.Season with salt and pepper.
18
To serve, place one tortilla on a large plate, top with 1/4 cup of the beans and a fried egg.
19
Ladle some of the red and green chili sauces.
20
over the sides of the egg, then sprinkle with some of the cheese.
21
Top with a dollop of avocado relish and serve immediately.

6495

kcal

Calories

535

Fat

Carbs

362

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 small yellow onions or 1 small white onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Fried Eggs, New Mexico Style falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fried Eggs, New Mexico Style

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Variations & substitutions

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