Huevos Rancheros: A Fiesta for Your Mexican Breakfast

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped (approx. 1 cup)
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped (approx. 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional, for extra heat)
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (794g)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup water (60 ml) (if needed for consistency)
• 8 corn tortillas
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30 ml), for frying tortillas
• 8 large eggs
• 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta cheese (optional garnish)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
• Avocado slices, for serving (optional)