Frijole Rabbit Mexican Rarebit
Dive into bold, savory flavors with this Frijole Rabbit Mexican Rarebit, a vibrant twist on the traditional cheesy comfort food. This fusion recipe layers crispy corn tortillas with creamy refried beans, a rich, spicy cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar and pepper jack, and perfectly fried sunny-side-up eggs. Infused with a delightful kick of cumin and cayenne pepper, this dish is crowned with fresh cilantro, scallions, and a squeeze of zesty lime for a burst of freshness. Perfect for brunch or a hearty dinner, this unique Mexican-inspired rarebit will delight your taste buds and elevate your meal rotation. Ideal for fans of Tex-Mex cuisine and cheese lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 1.5 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 0.5 cups Pepper jack cheese, grated
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 cup Refried beans
- 1 teaspoons Hot sauce (optional)
- 4 pieces Corn tortillas
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 Scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 whole Lime wedges (for serving)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, cayenne pepper, and cumin. Mix until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Set aside and keep warm.
Heat the refried beans in a small saucepan or microwave until warm and spreadable. If desired, stir in hot sauce for extra heat.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, lightly fry the corn tortillas on both sides until they are slightly crispy but still pliable. Drain excess oil on a paper towel-lined plate.
In the same skillet, fry the eggs sunny-side up or to your desired doneness, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper.
To assemble, place a fried tortilla on a plate and spread about 1/4 cup of refried beans on top. Drizzle with a generous ladle of the cheese sauce.
Top with a fried egg, sprinkle with chopped cilantro and sliced scallions. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for a zesty squeeze of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.0 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 268 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 865 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 584 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 544 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
