Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 corn tortillas
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup refried beans
- 1/2 cup mole sauce
- 1/4 cup queso fresco, crumbled
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Oven or microwave (optional)
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Warm up the corn tortillas in a skillet over medium heat. Set aside and keep warm.
2. In the same skillet, cook the eggs to your liking (sunny-side up, over-easy, etc.). Season with salt and pepper.
3. In a separate pan, heat up the black beans and refried beans over medium heat.
4. In a small saucepan, heat up the mole sauce over low heat.
5. To assemble the dish, place two tortillas on each plate. Spread the black beans on one tortilla and the refried beans on the other.
6. Place one egg on top of each tortilla.
7. Pour the mole sauce over the eggs, dividing it evenly between the two plates.
8. Sprinkle queso fresco and cilantro on top of the eggs.
9. Serve with sliced avocado on the side.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Skillet: medium heat
Mole sauce: low heat
Serving size:
This recipe serves 2 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 530
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 23g
Fiber: 16g
Sugar: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Corn tortillas can be substituted with flour tortillas or tostadas.
- Black beans can be substituted with pinto beans or kidney beans.
- Refried beans can be substituted with mashed black beans or mashed pinto beans.
- Mole sauce can be substituted with enchilada sauce or salsa.
Variations:
- Add chorizo or bacon to the dish for extra flavor.
- Use different types of cheese, such as queso blanco or cheddar.
- Top the dish with sliced jalapeños for some heat.
Tips and tricks:
- Warm up the tortillas before assembling the dish to prevent them from breaking.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the eggs from sticking.
- Make the mole sauce ahead of time to save time.
Storage instructions:
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the dish in the oven or microwave until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the dish on a colorful plate to make it more visually appealing.
Garnishes:
Garnish with additional cilantro or sliced radishes.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of rice or a simple green salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Mexican rice
- Grilled vegetables
- Cucumber salad
Troubleshooting advice:
If the eggs break while cooking, use a spatula to carefully flip them over.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the eggs thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Huevos divorciados, which translates to "divorced eggs," is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish that features two eggs served on separate tortillas, each with a different sauce.
Flavor profiles:
This dish is savory, slightly sweet, and has a hint of spice from the mole sauce.
Serving suggestions:
Serve with hot sauce or salsa on the side for those who like extra heat.
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Region: Mexican