Huevos Enmolados (Eggs in Red Mole)
Fried eggs on crisp corn tortillas with refried beans and a pool of warm red mole, a bold Mexican brunch.
Made with Easy red mole and Corn tortillas from masa harina and Refried beans (frijoles refritos). Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time25 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.52 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Warm the refried beans in a small pan over a low heat for 4 minutes, stirring, loosening with a splash of water if stiff. Use your ready made refried beans (see the base recipe).
4 min - 2
Warm your ready made easy red mole (see the base recipe) in another pan with 3 tbsp water for 4 minutes until pourable.
4 min - 3
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a frying pan and fry the tortillas for 30 seconds a side until lightly crisp at the edges. Keep them warm on a plate.
- 4
Wipe the pan, add the rest of the oil and fry the eggs for 2 to 3 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still soft.
- 5
Spread beans on each tortilla, top with two eggs, spoon over the mole and scatter with onion and coriander. Serve with lime wedges.
Tips
- Cook the eggs just before serving. Mole is thick and keeps warm, but a runny yolk needs to be hot.
- Use plenty of lime. Its sharpness cuts the sweetness of the mole.
- Fry the tortillas in a bit less oil if you want them soft rather than crisp, more like enfrijoladas.
Storing and freezing
Best eaten straight away. The mole and beans keep separately for 3 days in the fridge, so you can cook fresh eggs and tortillas for the next day.
Questions
Are huevos enmolados traditional?
Eggs and mole are a home cooking pairing in Mexico, often made with leftover mole. The exact name varies by region, but the idea is simple: eggs with leftover mole sauce.
Can I use scrambled eggs?
Yes. Soft scrambled eggs with mole spooned over also works and is gentler for children. Cook them over a low heat until just set.
Can I make it vegan?
Swap the eggs for fried tofu or mushrooms. The mole, tortillas and beans are already vegan.
More made with easy red mole
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.