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Huevos Ahogados — Eggs in Spicy Red Salsa

Eggs poached directly in a vibrant, garlicky red salsa in one skillet. A Mexican breakfast favorite that's savory, spicy, and done in under 15 minutes.

Total time
12 min
Servings
2
Calories
185
Protein
9g
Huevos Ahogados — Eggs in Spicy Red Salsa
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Ingredients

  • 1 can canned crushed tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 2 whole jalapeños, roughly chopped
  • 3 whole garlic cloves
  • 4 whole eggs
  • ½ small onion, diced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, stirring often, 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add garlic and jalapeños; stir constantly until fragrant, 30 seconds. Do not let garlic brown.

  4. 4

    Pour in crushed tomatoes with juices. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Create 4 small wells in the sauce. Crack one egg into each well. Cover and simmer until whites set but yolks still jiggle, 4 minutes.

  6. 6

    Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot in the skillet or slide onto a plate.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet with lid
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • small bowl

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