huevos rancheros

American  

[wey-vohs rahn-chair-ohs, ran-, we-vaws rahn-che-raws] / ˈweɪ voʊs rɑnˈtʃɛər oʊs, ræn-, ˈwɛ vɔs rɑnˈtʃɛ rɔs /

noun

1. a Latin American dish of eggs, usually fried or poached, topped with a spicy tomato sauce and sometimes served on a fried corn tortilla with the addition of vegetables and cheese.

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Etymology

Origin of huevos rancheros

First recorded in 1900–05; from Spanish (Mexico, southwestern U.S.): “ranchers' eggs”

Example Sentences

Orozco and his wife have run the modest cafe since 1997, serving items such as huevos rancheros, tacos, burgers and fajitas on oblong plates with a side of grapefruit.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

The menu is full of comforting classics: scrambles, biscuits and gravy, huevos rancheros for breakfast, alongside burgers, fried chicken and tuna melts for lunch.

From Seattle Times • May 24, 2023

The thick texture makes it perfect for topping huevos rancheros or whisking into a spicy salad dressing or marinade.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2022

The size is perfect for a single serving of mac and cheese or huevos rancheros; or for an apple crumble or a side dish of brussels sprouts for two or three.

From New York Times • Dec. 27, 2021

Brunch finds a strapping plate of huevos rancheros that fits braised pulled pork in with the eggs, black beans and corn tortillas.

From Washington Post