Divorced Eggs with Red and Green Salsa
Divorced Eggs, or 'Huevos Divorciados,' is a delightful Mexican breakfast dish that features perfectly fried eggs, each served with a vibrant salsa: one side adorned with a spicy red tomato salsa and the other drizzled with a zesty green tomatillo salsa. This dish not only entertains the eyes with its colorful presentation but also tantalizes the taste buds with a harmonious blend of flavors. It’s perfect for a leisurely brunch or an energizing breakfast to kick-start your day. For a quicker version, feel free to use store-bought red and green salsa from La Cocina de Leslie.
4
Servings
325
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
eggs
8 (whole)
butter
2 tablespoons (for frying)
Roma tomatoes
6 (cut into wedges)
jalapeño
1 (chopped and seeded)
onion
1/2 cup (chopped)
garlic
1 clove (minced)
water
1 1/2 cups (for red sauce)
tomatillos
20 (husks removed)
serrano chilies
3 (seeds removed)
water
1 1/2 cups (for green sauce)
Instructions
1
In a saucepan, combine the chopped Roma tomatoes, jalapeño, chopped onion, minced garlic, and 1 1/2 cups of water for the red salsa. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until the tomatoes and onions soften. Let cool slightly, and then blend until smooth. Set aside.
2
In another saucepan, combine the tomatillos, serrano chilies, chopped onion, minced garlic, and 1 1/2 cups of water for the green salsa. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until the tomatillos soften. Let cool slightly, and then blend until smooth. Set aside.
3
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Fry the eggs in batches, cooking 2 eggs at a time until the whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your preference.
4
To serve, place two fried eggs on each plate. Spoon 1/4 cup of the prepared green salsa around one egg and 1/4 cup of red salsa around the other egg, creating a vibrant boundary between the two sauces.
Nutrition Information
22.5g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Divorced Eggs?
Divorced Eggs, known as 'Huevos Divorciados,' is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish featuring two fried eggs, each served with a different colored salsa.
What does the name 'Huevos Divorciados' mean?
It translates to 'Divorced Eggs,' referring to the separation of the eggs by two distinct salsas: one red and one green.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
This recipe calls for 8 whole eggs to serve 4 people.
What are the two types of salsa used?
The dish uses a spicy red tomato salsa and a zesty green tomatillo salsa.
What ingredients are in the red salsa?
The red salsa consists of Roma tomatoes, jalapeño, onion, garlic, and water.
What ingredients are in the green salsa?
The green salsa is made from tomatillos, serrano chilies, onion, garlic, and water.
How long should the salsa ingredients simmer?
Both the red and green salsa ingredients should be simmered for about 20 minutes until the vegetables soften.
Do I need to blend the salsas?
Yes, after simmering and cooling slightly, the ingredients for each salsa should be blended until smooth.
How are the eggs cooked in this recipe?
The eggs are fried in butter until the whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your preference.
What is the recommended serving size per plate?
Each serving consists of two fried eggs placed on a plate.
How much salsa should be served with the eggs?
Spoon 1/4 cup of green salsa around one egg and 1/4 cup of red salsa around the other.
Can I use store-bought salsa to save time?
Yes, you can use store-bought red and green salsa, such as those from La Cocina de Leslie, for a quicker version.
How many calories are in one serving of Divorced Eggs?
Each serving contains approximately 325 calories.
What is the protein content of this dish?
This recipe provides 20g of protein per serving.
Is this recipe spicy?
Yes, it is considered spicy as it contains both jalapeño and serrano chilies.
How many tomatillos are needed?
The recipe requires 20 tomatillos with the husks removed.
What fat is used for frying the eggs?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of butter for frying.
How many Roma tomatoes are used for the red salsa?
Six Roma tomatoes, cut into wedges, are used.
What is the total fat content per serving?
There are 22.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this meal?
There are 12.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
Which chilies are used in the green sauce?
Three serrano chilies with seeds removed are used for the green sauce.
Which chili is used in the red sauce?
One chopped and seeded jalapeño is used for the red sauce.
How much water is needed for the salsas?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 cups of water for the red sauce and 1 1/2 cups for the green sauce.
Is this dish suitable for brunch?
Yes, it is described as perfect for a leisurely brunch or an energizing breakfast.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
The recipe makes 4 servings.
What is the preparation for the garlic?
The recipe calls for 1 clove of garlic, minced.
How much onion is used in total?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of chopped onion, divided between the two salsas.
What tags describe this recipe?
Tags include Mexican breakfast, huevos divorciados, eggs, salsa, brunch, traditional, spicy, and comfort food.
Should the salsa be hot or cold when serving?
The salsa is typically served warm after being prepared in saucepans.
What is the main entity of this recipe?
The main entity is the traditional Mexican breakfast dish known as Divorced Eggs.