Fried Eggs on Corn Tortillas with Two Salsas (Huevos Divorciados)

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
11%
Fried Eggs on Corn Tortillas with Two Salsas (Huevos Divorciados)
45 min.
4
440kcal

Suggestions


Start your day with a burst of flavor and comfort with our Fried Eggs on Corn Tortillas, lovingly known as Huevos Divorciados. This delightful Mexican dish beautifully combines the richness of fresh eggs with the vibrant tastes of two distinct salsas—one red and one green—making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate. With the perfect balance of spices and textures, it's an ideal vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free choice that caters to a variety of dietary preferences.

Imagine biting into a warm, soft corn tortilla topped with perfectly cooked eggs, their sunny yolks begging to be broken and mixed with the salsas below. The roasted flavors of the tomatoes and tomatillos, combined with the freshness of cilantro and jalapeño, create an irresistible duo that elevates this breakfast dish to new heights. Ready in just 45 minutes and bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this recipe is perfect for a leisurely brunch with friends or a satisfying morning meal that will leave you feeling nourished and energized.

Gather your ingredients, fire up your skillet, and let the enticing aroma of cooking salsas fill your kitchen as you create this spectacular dish. Huevos Divorciados is more than just food; it's an experience—a joyful celebration of simple yet bold flavors that is sure to become a favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • 7-inch corn tortillas ()
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove 
  •  jalapeno fresh
  • inch onion white
  • 0.5 lb plum tomatoes 
  • teaspoons salt 
  • 0.5 lb tomatillos fresh rinsed
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • blender
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Heat a comal (griddle) or a dry well-seasoned cast-iron skillet over moderate heat until a bead of water evaporates quickly, then roast tomatoes, tomatillos, jalapeños, and onion, turning with tongs, until charred on all sides, 10 to 15 minutes. Core roasted tomatoes. Discard stems from jalapeños and discard half of seeds from each chile.
  2. For red salsa: Coarsely purée tomatoes, 1 jalapeño, 1 garlic clove, and 1 teaspoon salt in a blender or food processor, then transfer to a bowl.
  3. For green salsa: Coarsely purée tomatillos, remaining jalapeño, remaining garlic clove, remaining teaspoon salt, cilantro, and 1/4 cup water (add more if needed for desired consistency), then transfer to a bowl.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a small nonstick skillet over moderately low heat until hot. Gently break 2 eggs into a cup, keeping yolks intact, then pour into skillet and cook, covered, 5 minutes, or to desired doneness. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Fry tortillas while eggs cook. Make more eggs in same manner, adding oil as needed.
  6. While each serving of eggs is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons oil in another small nonstick skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking. Stack 2 tortillas in skillet. Cook bottom tortilla 30 seconds on first side, then flip stack with tongs. While second tortilla cooks on bottom, turn top tortilla over with tongs, then flip stack again. Continue until both sides of both tortillas are cooked. Tortillas will soften and puff slightly, then deflate (do not let them become brown or crisp). Fry more tortillas in same manner, adding oil as needed.
  7. Put tortillas on plate, overlapping slightly, and top with eggs. Spoon a different salsa over each egg.
  8. • Salsas keep, covered and chilled, 3 days.• Depending on how you like your eggs, the yolks may not be fully cooked, which may be of concern if there is a problem with salmonella in your area.• Cooking 2 tortillas stacked together helps them stay moist and pliable, as they are heated by steam trapped between the 2 layers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories440kcal
Protein15.68%
Fat51.6%
Carbs32.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.38
Glycemic Load
13.58
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
21.030869442484%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.39mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:440.04kcal
22%
Fat:25.72g
39.57%
Saturated Fat:5.61g
35.04%
Carbohydrates:36.69g
12.23%
Net Carbohydrates:30.53g
11.1%
Sugar:5g
5.56%
Cholesterol:372mg
124%
Sodium:1339.21mg
58.23%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.58g
35.16%
Selenium:35.26µg
50.37%
Phosphorus:445.4mg
44.54%
Vitamin K:37.77µg
35.97%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
31.63%
Vitamin C:23.3mg
28.24%
Fiber:6.16g
24.65%
Vitamin A:1174.11IU
23.48%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
22.04%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.58%
Vitamin E:3.13mg
20.86%
Magnesium:78.84mg
19.71%
Vitamin B5:1.77mg
17.74%
Iron:3.13mg
17.38%
Potassium:573.2mg
16.38%
Folate:65.02µg
16.25%
Zinc:2.41mg
16.07%
Vitamin B12:0.89µg
14.83%
Vitamin D:2µg
13.33%
Copper:0.26mg
13.19%
Vitamin B3:2.55mg
12.77%
Calcium:124.16mg
12.42%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.28%
Source:Epicurious