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Refried Beans with Avocado & Fried Eggs

December 24, 2013 by Molly 9 Comments

Refried Beans with Avocado & Fried Eggs | Yes to Yolks

Bear with me. Some of you may be expecting a more festive dish given that it’s Christmas Eve, but just hear me out…

Refried Beans with Avocado & Fried Eggs | Yes to Yolks

There is nothing remotely glamorous about refried beans, I know…BUT this is one of those dishes that you can curl up with on the couch and eat in private. It’s hearty. It’s warm. It’s the definition of comfort food. It’s also incredibly easy and rustic. Bonus: it’s healthy food that doesn’t TASTE like healthy food. Kinda like that soup I recently shared. It’s a go-to for me on busy weeknights, or when I’m feeling a little out of sorts and in need of food that feels like a heated blanket. Know what I mean?

Refried Beans with Avocado & Fried Eggs | Yes to Yolks

Do you ever have one of those days where you are craving comfort food but NOT something heavy? Kinda like how you always want chicken noodle soup when you’re sick? Not anything creamy, cheesy, or too heavy on the carbs? This dish fits the bill. It’s comforting but wholesome. It’s luscious and satisfying without the addition of cream or cheese (although, if you really feel the need, a fresh grating of sharp cheddar would be fabulous over top of this).

This recipe is loosely based on the idea of huevos rancheros. Minus the tortillas. Minus the fluff. You could eat this for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It couldn’t be easier to put together.

Refried Beans with Avocado & Fried Eggs | Yes to Yolks

In my opinion, all you need is that oozy, buttery egg yolk running down over the spicy beans and tomatoes. OMG. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. Do yourself a favor and curl up with this dish after a long day. You will be surprised at just how good it tastes. And how good it makes you feel. I think this is something we all could use during this hectic holiday time!

Refried Beans with Avocado & Fried Eggs | Yes to Yolks

 

Never underestimate the power of food.

 

Refried Beans with Avocado & Fried Eggs                                    (makes 2 servings)


 

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 small onion, finely diced

1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 tablespoon tomato paste

2 cups canned black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed well

1 cup canned diced tomatoes

2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (I use nonfat)

Hot sauce, to taste

Eggs

Butter, for frying the eggs

Avocado slices

1. Heat the oil in a small saucepan. Add the onion, jalapeño, and garlic and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.

2. Add the spices and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomato paste, beans, and diced tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes or so, stirring frequently, until everything is warmed through and beginning to break down. Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the beans and tomatoes to desired consistency. I like something in the middle of creamy and chunky.

3. Check for seasoning and then stir in the hot sauce and yogurt. Mix to combine. Keep warm until ready to serve.

4. Meanwhile, heat the butter in a small skillet and cook each egg until desired doneness. Fried, sunny side up, runny yolked, and heavily peppered is best, in my opinion.

5. Spoon the bean mixture into bowls and top each with sliced avocado and a fried egg. I also add a few extra dashes of hot sauce. Enjoy!

 

I want to face plant into that pool of egg yolk down there. Heaven.

Refried Beans with Avocado & Fried Eggs | Yes to Yolks

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Comments

  1. Christine @ Cooking with Cakes says

    December 30, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    this looks badass! a perfect way to start 2014 – delish! happy new year girrrl 🙂

    Reply
    • Molly says

      December 31, 2013 at 12:31 pm

      Thank you! Same to you! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Frl.Moonstruck says

    January 26, 2014 at 9:07 am

    Thank you for this idea. I made it today in a similar way. I replaced coriander and cumin with paprika, mixed black beans and pinto beans and added one little diced red bell pepper. Very tasty. Thanks! 🙂

    Reply
    • Molly says

      January 26, 2014 at 10:12 am

      So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  3. Sharon says

    March 29, 2014 at 10:45 am

    Just made this for breakfast and it was awesome. This is going in my “Hell Ya, Repeat often” book of recipes.

    Reply
    • Molly says

      March 31, 2014 at 10:04 am

      Thanks, Sharon! So glad you enjoyed it. It’s definitely one of my go-to meals. Total (healthy) comfort that is ready fast! My kinda food.

      Reply
  4. Jeanne says

    January 22, 2015 at 8:57 am

    Just made this…. YUM!

    Reply
  5. Shane says

    May 30, 2015 at 10:42 am

    is the yogurt just a side “healthy sour cream?”

    Reply
  6. Kk says

    September 14, 2015 at 12:18 am

    This really hit the spot and was very easy to make. ..will be a repeat in my household! I used sour cream instead, felt it worked with the dish just fine.

    Reply

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