Mexican Fried Eggs

Spice up your breakfast routine with Mexican Fried Eggs, a vibrant and flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for any time of day! Featuring sunny-side-up eggs nestled on warm corn tortillas with a base of homemade tomato-jalapeño salsa, this recipe is a fiesta of bold spices like cumin and smoked paprika. Topped with creamy avocado slices, crumbled cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro, every bite delivers a harmonious balance of heat, zest, and creaminess. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy mornings or a casual brunch. Don’t forget the lime wedges for a refreshing finishing touch! Perfect for fans of Tex-Mex flavors, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a hearty, delicious breakfast with a kick.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small, diced onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 small, finely chopped jalapeño
• 3 medium, diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cut into wedges lime
• 4 corn tortillas
• 1 sliced avocado
• 0.25 cup, crumbled cotija cheese

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and a salsa-like consistency is achieved.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and keep the salsa warm while you prepare the eggs.

Step 6

In a separate non-stick skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 7

Crack the eggs into the skillet and fry to your desired doneness (sunny side up or over easy), seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. This should take roughly 2-3 minutes per egg.

Step 8

Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame until soft and slightly charred at the edges.

Step 9

To assemble, spoon a generous amount of the warm salsa onto each tortilla. Top with a fried egg, then garnish with sliced avocado, crumbled cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top. Enjoy your delicious Mexican Fried Eggs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1039.9 grams (1039.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1531

Total Fat 91.50g	117%
Saturated Fat 27.70g	139%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 801mg	267%
Sodium 2421mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 124.30g	45%
Dietary Fiber 21.90g	78%
Total Sugars 18.10g
Protein 59.00g	118%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 784mg	60%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1850mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 31.9%