Ranchero Eggs
Fried eggs with a spicy kick, topped with roasted nuts and a dusting of chili powder. A quick and satisfying breakfast or snack.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 14g

Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons mixed nuts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp mixed nuts and toast, stirring, until fragrant and lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes. Remove nuts and set aside.
- 2
In the same skillet, crack 2 eggs directly into the pan. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook until whites are set and edges are crispy, about 3-4 minutes for sunny-side up.
- 3
Sprinkle 1/2 tsp chili powder over the eggs and top with the toasted nuts. Serve immediately, with extra chili powder on the side if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Nonstick skillet
- Spatula
- Small bowl
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