Huevos rancheros
Try eggs in this traditional Mexican way, great to share with friends or for brunch
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Serves 2
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Ready in 30 minutesVegetarian
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large frying pan and add the onion, pepper, chilli, garlic and oregano.
- Fry gently for about 5 minutes or until everything is soft then add the tomatoes and cook for a further 5 minutes. If the sauce looks dry, add a splash of water.
- Season well and then make 4 hollows in the mixture, break an egg into each and cover the pan.
- Cook for 5 minutes or until the eggs are set. Serve with the pitta bread.
Recipe from olive magazine, January 2007.
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Difficulty and servings
Serves 2
Preparation and cooking times
Ready in 30 minutesVegetarian
Ingredients
- olive oil
- 1 onion , finely chopped
- 1 red pepper , finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove , crushed
- ½ tsp dried oregano , or fresh
- 400g tin chopped tomatoes
- 2 eggs
- wholemeal pitta bread , to serve
- 1 red chilli , finely chopped





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