MexicanMedium · Hot
A warming Mexican breakfast of eggs and seasoned black beans cooked together in one skillet, finished with fresh lime and cilantro.
15 min
20 min
35 min
Method
Dice the yellow onion, mince the garlic, and dice the bell pepper. Drain and rinse the black beans. Core and roughly chop the tomatoes.
Add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the cumin, cayenne, and salt. Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
Add the drained black beans and chopped tomatoes to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through and the tomatoes have broken down slightly.
Make 4 wells in the bean mixture using a spoon. Crack one egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
Remove from heat. Squeeze the lime juice over everything and sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with warm tortillas on the side.
Nutri-Score
Excellent balance
A–E · lower is better · score -9
Calories
354
per serving
Protein
19g
Carbs
43g
Fat
13g
Sat. fat
3g
Fiber
12g
Sugar
7g
Sodium
454mg
Nutri-Score is a general nutritional-balance guide, not medical or dietary advice.
Environmental impact
Low impact
A–E · lower is better · includes estimates
kg CO2e
0.6
per serving
Water
0.5m³
Runoff
0.05g P
Egg drives 42% of this recipe’s estimated footprint.
Carbon from Poore & Nemecek 2018; water, land & runoff from Agribalyse — modelled averages for comparing recipes, not a measurement of your groceries.
Flavor Profile
Umami
Sweet
Salty
Sour
Bitter
Spicy
Textures
Aromas
Kitchen Equipment
Primary Tool
Large SkilletSafety & Storage
Cooking Temperature
Cook eggs until whites are fully set and opaque, reaching minimum internal temperature to ensure food safety for runny yolk preparation.
Cross Contamination
Use separate utensils and plates for raw eggs and cooked ingredients to prevent cross-contamination.
High Risk Population
Pregnant individuals, young children, elderly, and immunocompromised persons should ensure eggs are cooked to proper temperature to eliminate risk of Salmonella.
Storage
Refrigerate leftover eggs and bean mixture within 2 hours of cooking. Store in airtight containers at 40°F or below for up to 3-4 days.
Allergen Warning
This recipe contains eggs. Check canned black bean labels for sulfite content if sensitivity exists.
Handling
Crack eggs into separate bowls before adding to skillet to detect shell fragments and ensure proper portioning.
Pro Tips
Technique
Let your onions get soft and translucent before adding garlic — this is the foundation. Too many people rush this step, and then the whole dish tastes flat. Be patient, mija, the flavor is in the time.
Substitution
If you don't have black beans, pintos work beautifully here. They have that earthy, homestyle character that makes this dish feel like a proper Mexican breakfast.
Flavor Boost
If you can find it, add a small sprig of epazote or Mexican oregano when you add the beans — it gives that authentic regional flavor that store-bought spices alone cannot replicate.
Equipment
Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or comal if you have one. The even heat keeps your eggs cooking gently so the whites set while the yolks stay beautifully runny.
From the chef
This is the breakfast my mother made when money was tight but we never felt poor — eggs and beans cooked together like old friends. I add the spices the way mi abuelita taught me, blooming them in oil so they wake up the whole kitchen, and finish with lime because that brightness is what transforms a simple skillet into something that makes everyone at the table smile.
Source: generated · June 10, 2026