Would you like to start your day with a homemade and delicious traditional Mexican breakfast? There’s nothing better to pamper your palate and fill you with energy.
You don’t need to be an experienced chef to prepare it. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to make this meal.
And the best part? There are many delicious options you can create in your own kitchen, from chilaquiles to tamales, huevos rancheros, gorditas, and more.
Here, you’ll find a selection of dishes that will make your early morning hours memorable.
Get inspired to prepare them and discover the incredible variety of flavors they have to offer.
Now, take a look at the recipes we’ve gathered for you to learn how to make them and enjoy unforgettable breakfasts.
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TRADITIONAL MEXICAN BREAKFAST
Chilaquiles
If you love crispy tortillas, you’ll surely adore this dish. It’s a favorite among many diners.
With cheese or shredded chicken, and bathed in a rich red or green sauce, it’s truly a delicious combination.
Ingredients
- 12 tortillas
- Olive oil
- 4 tomatillos
- 1 onion
- 4 chiles
- Cilantro
- 1 garlic clove
- Water
- Salt
- 50 ml of cream
- Avocado
- Cheese
Step by step
Start by peeling the tomatillos to prepare the sauce. Boil for 15 minutes along with the chiles, onion, garlic, some cilantro, water, and salt.
Separately, chop a bit more cilantro and onion. Blend with the cooked ingredients and strain to remove any chunks.
Cut your tortillas into triangles or any shape you prefer and fry them in olive oil until golden.
The final touch is to place them in a deep dish with the sauce, not too liquid, so they soak up the flavor without losing their texture.
Add a bit of cream, cheese, and avocado slices. Tempted yet?
Gorditas
This tasty and authentic corn dough recipe is quick to make and perfect for enjoying with your hands.
They are irresistible little pockets made of corn flour, filled with the most exquisite fillings: cheese, beans, cactus, etc.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of corn flour
- 1 ¾ cups of water
- 1 tsp of salt
Step by step
Mix the ingredients with your hands until you get a soft and moist dough that doesn’t stick.
Take a portion and form balls about the size of meatballs. Flatten and shape into discs about ½ cm thick.
Place them on a preheated non-stick skillet to cook. They should be slightly toasted on both sides.
When your gorditas are ready, open them like pita bread to fill them with whatever you desire. They’re even more delicious when warm.
Huevos Rancheros
Another incredibly easy-to-prepare traditional Mexican breakfast is this dish, made with fried eggs and a base of tortillas.
It is usually served with a delicious ranchera sauce, creamy slices of avocado, and refried beans.
Ingredients
- 4 tortillas
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 chopped jalapeño
- 2 garlic cloves
- ¼ onion
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp cumin
- ½ tsp pepper
- Salt
- ½ cup water
- Refried beans
- 4 eggs
- Cilantro
Step by Step
Start by making your sauce by grating the tomatoes and onions. Then incorporate the jalapeño, garlic, and seasonings.
Add the oil to a pan and the sauce mixture to cook slowly. Let it boil and thicken.
In a separate pan, place the refried beans with half a cup of warm water and a crushed garlic clove to cook.
Fry the eggs, place them on a layer of tortillas, and cover with your sauce. Don’t forget to add the delicious beans on the side.
Add cilantro as a garnish for some freshness, and you’re done. Enjoy this wonderful dish.
Tamales
Craving something more substantial for breakfast? Then prepare these delicious doughs filled and wrapped in corn husks.
You can make tamales with beef, pork, chicken, cheese, or beans. See how easy it is to make this recipe.
Ingredients
(Dough)
- 2 cups flour
- 2 ½ cups beef broth
- 150 g butter
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp salt
(Filling)
- 300 g beef breast
- 300 g beef fillet
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 chopped onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp ground cilantro
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp chipotle paste
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- Pepper and salt
- 1 bay leaf
Step by Step
To make your filling, season the meat, then cook it slowly with the other ingredients.
Once ready, remove from the pot and reduce the cooking liquid in another pan until it becomes a thick sauce.
Shred the meat and combine it with the reduced sauce. While it cools, prepare the dough for your tamales.
It’s quite simple, just mix the flour with the butter, baking soda, and salt. Stir with the beef broth for 5 to 10 minutes.
Using a spoon, spread a portion of dough on a previously soaked corn husk. Fill and wrap to steam.
Molletes
This comforting traditional Mexican breakfast is made with slices of freshly baked bolillo bread.
It is topped with refried beans and crowned with melted cheese. If you like, you can add pico de gallo or salsa.
Ingredients
- Fresh bolillo bread
- 3 tbsp butter
- 200 g cheese
- 1 can of refried beans
- Mexican salsa
Step by Step
Cut the bolillos lengthwise and in half, hollowing out the center of the bread slightly. Apply a touch of butter to each piece.
Add a layer of refried beans and a generous amount of grated cheese on top. Bake at 200 °C (about 390 °F) for 15 or 20 minutes.
When they turn golden and are crispy, take them out of the oven and add a moderate amount of tomato salsa.
To intensify the flavor even more, add a bit of fresh cream, cilantro, and salt. That’s it! See how easy it is?
Huevos Divorciados
These are another perfect option for enjoying a magnificent breakfast that doesn’t require much effort to prepare.
They are called “divorced eggs” because they are served with two different sauces, giving the impression that the eggs are separated.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- Olive oil
- Tomatillo enchilada sauce
- Chipotle enchilada sauce
- Refried beans
- 4 wraps
(Garnish)
- 1 ripe avocado
- Cilantro
- 1 jalapeño
- ¼ chopped onion
Step by Step
Fry the eggs in olive oil, and meanwhile, heat the two sauces and the refried beans separately.
Serve and add a portion of red sauce over one of the eggs and green sauce over the other. This is the visual trick.
Garnish with avocado, cilantro, onion, and jalapeño. Serve with the refried beans and warm wraps.
There’s no doubt that this is a very simple recipe with an extraordinary flavor.
Champurrado or Atole
If you prefer a lighter traditional Mexican breakfast, try this delicious drink-style recipe.
It is basically made with corn flour and water, but what elevates it are the spices and milk added to offer a unique flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of flour
- 2 cups of milk
- 1 cup of water
- ½ cup of brown sugar or grated piloncillo
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp vanilla
- ¼ tsp salt
Step by Step
Carefully combine all the ingredients to create your atole or champurrado. Over medium-high heat, bring to a boil.
Stir often and vigorously to achieve an exquisite and well-blended preparation. Reduce the temperature and let your atole cook for 15 minutes.
You’ll know it’s ready when you test with a wooden spoon. If the creamy mixture coats the back, it doesn’t need more cooking.
Add a pinch of cinnamon and a touch of vanilla for extra flavor, and enjoy this dish warm or hot.
Enfrijoladas
Want another traditional Mexican breakfast recipe? Here’s an exquisite, easy, and quick one to make.
You just need to fry some tortillas until they are crispy and golden. Then, immerse them in a sauce made from pureed beans.
Ingredients
- Corn tortilla
- Beans
- Chipotle chile
- Oregano
- Oil
- Cheese
- Sour cream
- Shredded lettuce
- Pico de gallo
Step by Step
Blend the freshly cooked beans with the broth and add the amount of chipotle sauce you prefer.
Continue blending, and when ready, pour into a pot to fry with two tablespoons of hot oil.
If the mixture seems too thick, just add a little water to soften it. Season with oregano.
In a pan, fry the tortillas and then coat them on both sides with the sauce. Cover them with cheese and roll up.
When serving, add more sauce, sour cream, some lettuce, and pico de gallo. They’re a delight.
With these versions of traditional Mexican breakfast, your palate will be more than satisfied as you start the day.
Dare to enjoy this unique culinary experience and impress everyone with your skills.