This filling and flavorful Refried Beans and Eggs on Tortillas breakfast will keep you going all day. It is one of my favorite breakfasts to make on a lazy Sunday morning.
This wonderful breakfast tortilla recipe and photo were shared with my by Karen Calanchini, Food Stylist and Photographer, of Redding, CA.
- 1/2 tablespoon smoked olive oil*
- 1/8 cup red onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 8 ounces chunky salsa (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 can whole green chile peppers, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Coarse salt or freshly-ground pepper (if needed)
- 2 garlic cloves, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked olive oil
- 1 can Refried Beans
- 1 can whole green chile peppers, chopped
- Sprinkle red chile pepper flakes
- Few shakes of hot sauce (your favorite)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
- 2 Corn Tortillas**
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Smoked paprika
- Avocado slices (for garnish)
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Prepare Salsa Mixture, Refried Beans, Tortillas and Eggs (see below).
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To assemble, spread the prepared Refried Bean mixture over the top of each crisped corn tortillas. Add fried eggs and top with Salsa Mixture.
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To serve, garnish with paprika and place avocado slices on the sides. Serve with crispy bacon and some colorful fresh fruit of your choice. NOTE: If you are making this dish for adults, a vodka based tomato cocktail (such as a Bloody Mary) is a great addition.
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Makes 2 servings.
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In a small pan over medium heat, add the olive oil. When oil is heated, add onion and saute approximately 2 to 3 minutes or until onions begin to soften. Add garlic and saute 1 additional minute. Add prepared salsa, chopped chile pepper, and cumin; stir well.
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Check for seasonings and add salt and pepper if needed. Let mixture simmer over low heat while you prepare the remainder of the recipe.
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In a small pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Saute the garlic, being careful not to burn the garlic. Add the refried beans, chopped chile pepper, red pepper flakes and hot sauce; stir well. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer, covered, over low heat while you prepare the remainder of the recipe. Stir mixture every few minutes.
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In a medium-size fry pan over medium-high heat melt the butter. Add the corn tortillas and saute on both sides until puffy, golden, and crisp. Remove to individual plates and keep warm.
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Break eggs and gently slip into the hot frying pan and fry the eggs to your liking. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
* May use regular olive oil.
** You may use purchased corn tortillas. Also learn how to make homemade Corn Tortillas.
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Brunch & Breakfast Chile Peppers Dried and Canned Bean Recipes Egg Recipes Southwest Brunch and Breakfast Tortillas