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My dad is infamous for his breakfast. He doesn't hold back. Every little extra step one can take to push a meal over the top, he takes. He relishes in the stuff. While Ray & I were visiting we were treated to one such breakfast. Black beans were simmered all night, fresh tortillas were made, eggs were fried (in the well seasoned cast iron, of course!), home-made salsa was prepared. With strong coffee in hand, we tucked into classic huevos monteleños & ate until every last bean was gone.
4 eggs
4 tortillas (homemade if you can)
1 1/2 c. cooked black beans
1/4 c. salsa of choice
1/2 tsp. chimayo chili powder*
On top of a tortilla place a few spoonfuls of black beans. Over the beans, spoon a bit of salsa. Fry the eggs to your liking. Nestle them on top of the beans. Sprinkle with chimayo chili powder & a bit more salsa if you like.
Homemade Tortillas, makes a dozen
2 c. masa meal
1 c. warm water
After mixing the dough, roll out 1 dozen balls (about the size of a silver dollar) then flatten using either a tortilla press** or rolling pin. Make sure to cover the balls with waxed paper on either side so they don't stick.
* If you can't find chimayo chili powder, regular chili powder will do.
** The tortilla press really makes a world of difference. You can pick them up cheaply at most Mexican markets.
2 comments:
tasty tasty tasty
I lurve the photo of the fried eggs (in the well seasoned pan no less)
rachel:
of course! my dad is religious about that cast iron. anything that can be cooked in it, is cooked in it. for ages i swore i could never tell a difference, but you know what, he's totally right. it makes a difference!
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