Description
Mexican Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine to your breakfast table. This easy-to-make recipe features eggs baked in a rich tomato sauce infused with roasted poblanos and aromatic spices, topped with creamy cheeses for an indulgent experience. Perfect for brunch or a cozy morning meal, this dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also adds a pop of color to your plate. Whether youโre hosting guests or treating yourself, this delightful combination of textures and flavors will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 poblano chiles (seeded and sliced 1/2 inch thick)
- 3 garlic cloves (chopped)
- 2 cups tomato sauce (canned)
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes (12 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican Oregano)
- 1/4 teaspoon New Mexico Chili Powder (or ancho)
- 1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco (5 ounces)
- 1/2 cup Muenster Cheese
- Chopped cilantro and sliced jalapeรฑos (for garnish)
- Corn chips (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC).
- Roast poblano chiles over gas stovetop until charred. Place in a plastic bag to steam for 10 minutes, then peel and chop.
- In a cast-iron skillet, heat olive oil over moderate heat. Add chopped poblanos and cherry tomatoes; cook for about 4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add tomato sauce, chili powder, and oregano; simmer on low heat for 10 minutes until thickened. Stir in cider vinegar.
- Crack eggs into the sauce; sprinkle with queso fresco and Muenster cheese around each egg.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until eggs are set to your preference.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and jalapeรฑos; serve immediately with corn chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust baking time based on desired egg yolk doneness. Customize spice levels by varying the amount of chili powder or jalapeรฑos.