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30-45 minutes Serves 2-4 Easy

Pulled Pork Huevos Rancheros

A Smoky, Savory Upgrade to a Breakfast Classic

Huevos Rancheros is already one of the greatest breakfast dishes of all time, but adding leftover pulled pork or carnitas takes it to a whole new level. The combination of a crispy fried tortilla, creamy refried beans, tender smoky pork, rich ranchero sauce and a perfectly runny egg creates a breakfast that is bold, satisfying and absolutely packed with flavor.

This is an incredible way to repurpose leftover barbecue. The pulled pork adds depth and richness that pairs perfectly with the spicy tomato based ranchero sauce. Serve this on a slow weekend morning and it will become a regular part of your breakfast rotation.

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See the Pulled Pork Huevos Rancheros in action

Ingredients

Base Components

  • 2 to 4 corn tortillas
  • Oil for frying
  • 1 to 1.5 cups refried beans
  • 1 to 2 cups leftover pulled pork or carnitas
  • 2 to 4 eggs (poached, fried or over easy all work)

Toppings

  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Queso fresco or cotija cheese, crumbled
  • Diced avocado
  • Pickled onions (optional)
  • Salsa verde or hot sauce (optional)

Ranchero Sauce Options

Choose your preferred method based on time and flavor preference

View Full Ranchero Sauce Recipe with 3 Variations

Simple Ranchero Sauce (Quick Version)

Perfect when you want fast, clean flavor

Ingredients
  • • 1 tablespoon oil
  • • 1 small onion, diced
  • • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 1 can (14 ounces) crushed or diced tomatoes
  • • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • • 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)
  • • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. 1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat
  2. 2. Add onion and cook until softened
  3. 3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute
  4. 4. Stir in tomatoes, chili powder, paprika and seasoning
  5. 5. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until slightly thickened
  6. 6. Adjust seasoning

Roasted Ranchero Sauce (Deeper Flavor)

Ideal when you want a richer, smokier sauce

Ingredients
  • • 4 Roma tomatoes, halved
  • • 1 small onion, quartered
  • • 2 cloves garlic
  • • 1 jalapeno or serrano pepper
  • • 1 tablespoon oil
  • • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • • Salt and pepper
Instructions
  1. 1. Toss tomatoes, onion, garlic and pepper with oil
  2. 2. Roast at 425 degrees for 20 minutes until lightly charred
  3. 3. Transfer everything to a blender
  4. 4. Add chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper
  5. 5. Blend until smooth
  6. 6. Simmer on the stove for 10 minutes

Instructions for Building the Dish

1

Fry the Tortillas

  1. • Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet
  2. • Add each tortilla and fry until crispy and golden
  3. • Drain on paper towels and set aside
2

Warm the Pork and Beans

  1. • Heat refried beans in a pan until smooth and spreadable
  2. • Warm the pulled pork in a skillet or microwave
  3. • If the pork is dry, add a splash of broth or a spoon of its cooking sauce
3

Cook the Eggs

Poached eggs are classic for this dish, but fried or over easy work perfectly.

To poach:

  1. • Bring water to a gentle simmer
  2. • Add a splash of vinegar
  3. • Crack the egg into a small bowl then slide it into the water
  4. • Cook for 3 to 4 minutes for a runny yolk
4

Assemble the Huevos Rancheros

For each serving:

  1. 1. Place one crispy tortilla on the plate
  2. 2. Spread a generous layer of refried beans
  3. 3. Add a layer of pulled pork
  4. 4. Spoon warm ranchero sauce over the top
  5. 5. Gently place a poached or fried egg on the sauce
  6. 6. Add additional sauce on top if you like

Toppings

Finish with any of these:

  • • Crumbled queso fresco or cotija
  • • Cilantro
  • • Diced avocado
  • • Hot sauce
  • • Salsa verde
  • • Lime wedges
  • • Pickled onions

These toppings add brightness, creaminess and freshness that balance the rich pork and sauce.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roasted potatoes or hash browns for a full breakfast plate

Add a second crispy tortilla on the side for scooping

For extra heat, drizzle chile oil or sprinkle chopped serranos

Breakfast Perfection

This dish combines the best of Mexican breakfast tradition with the smoky depth of barbecue. The crispy tortilla, creamy beans, tender pork, rich sauce and runny egg come together in perfect harmony. It's an incredible way to use leftover pulled pork and create a breakfast that feels special and indulgent.

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