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    Huevos Motulenos

    15 mins | Yield 4 | June 28, 2013 | Updated: March 25, 2021 by Kita | This post includes affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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    This Huevos Motulenos breakfast is hearty layers of meat and protein and more protein and eggs and cheese and awesome.

    Huevos Motulenos | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore.com

    I didn’t know breakfast until today.

    Discovering Huevos Motulenos

    I was sad and alone in a world with only sugary sweets and prepacked bars and tarts to lure me in. For years I spend searching for a savory meal to satisfy the wrenching from my empty stomach in the morning and fuel me through the day. And today is the day that I found just that.

    I discovered the simple pleasure of huevos motulenos, a Mexican hearty breakfast dish.

    What is huevos motulenos?

    Yes, we have all heard of huevos rancheros. And that is all well and good.

    Huevos motulenos takes the rancheros a few more layers deep. There are layers of meat, cheese, and egg topped with a delicate sprinkle of cheese.

    Crunch from the tostadas, spice from the salsa, and oh sweet mother of all that is good the egg and beans are amazing. Add some pickled red onions and toss some sweet fried plantains on the side and this may be my final request.

    My new favorite breakfast food

    The hunt is over, fellow Carnivores. This is the breakfast you have been searching for. Because breakfast needs to provide the fuel you need for the day.

    If you don’t want your stomach grumbling and grousing at you before you are two hours into the day, then this is the way to go. Full of protein, some fiber, and enough spices to wake you up, huevos motulenos fires on all cylinders.

    Huevos Motulenos | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore.com

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    Huevos Motulenos

    Huevos Motulenos breakfast is hearty layers of meat and protein and more protein and eggs and cheese and awesome.
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Author: Kita Roberts
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 532kcal

    Ingredients

    • 6 slices thin cut cooked country style ham
    • 1 tbs butter
    • 6 eggs
    • 1 15 oz can refried beans
    • 12 small tostada shells warmed according to package
    • Salsa cheese, peas, and tabasco for topping

    Instructions

    • Heat skillet to medium heat and cook the ham until heated through and browning. Transfer to a platter and keep warm.
    • Melt the butter in the skillet and swirl to coat. Crack the eggs into the skillet., working in batches if needed.
    • Reduce heat to low, cook eggs, covered, for 2 to 4 minutes or until yolks have thickened and whites are completely set.
    • Meanwhile, heat the refried beans in a microwave until warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes.
    • Spoon the beans evenly over 6 of the tostada shells.
    • Top with ham and a fried egg. Serve with desired toppings.

    Notes

    Use Mexican style cotija cheese crumbled on top

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Huevos Motulenos
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 532 Calories from Fat 243
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 27g42%
    Saturated Fat 9g56%
    Cholesterol 279mg93%
    Sodium 1594mg69%
    Potassium 328mg9%
    Carbohydrates 44g15%
    Fiber 7g29%
    Sugar 3g3%
    Protein 25g50%
    Vitamin A 540IU11%
    Calcium 115mg12%
    Iron 3.3mg18%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information provided is an estimate. For specific health concerns, please put the recipe into your Dr recommended nutrition calculator.
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    Huevos Motulenos | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore.com

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    About Kita

    Hey, I'm Kita, the Meat Maven, outdoor junkie, campfire connoisseur, adventure-seeking and world traveled recipe developer and photographer behind GirlCarnivore.com. My mission is to break down savory eats and inspire you to get a little grit under your nails while having fun with your food. READ MORE

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    1. steph@stephsbitebybite says

      June 28, 2013 at 9:05 am

      Holy lord girl! I’m starving now!

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    2. MikeW says

      June 28, 2013 at 9:57 pm

      Can’t wait for breakfast now.

      Reply

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