10guajillo chiles,stemmed and seeded (about 2 ounces)
2árbol chiles,stemmed (optional)
5largeRoma tomatoes
2tablespoonsolive oil
½largewhite onion,diced
3clovesgarlic,minced
½tablespoonkosher salt,plus more to taste
¼teaspoondried Mexican oregano
4largeeggs
For topping: chopped cilantro, crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
Instructions
Add the guajillo and árbol chiles to a medium skillet over medium heat. Toast until fragrant, flipping occasionally, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small pot.
Add the tomatoes and fill the pot with water until the tomatoes are completely covered. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove the pot from heat and let sit for 5 minutes to soften and rehydrate.
While the chiles and tomatoes are soaking, heat the olive oil in the same medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and transfer to a large blender.
Add ½ cup of the chile cooking water, the rehydrated chiles, salt, and oregano to the blender. Blend until smooth.
Add the cooked tomatoes and pulse a few times for a chunky and rustic sauce, or blend completely for a smooth sauce. This is all personal preference.
Pour the sauce back into the same medium skillet and cook for 1 minute over medium heat, stirring often, then reduce the heat to low.
Use a spoon to make 4 small wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well.
Cover and cook for 7-10 minutes until the egg whites are no longer clear and the yolks are cooked to your liking.
Garnish with desired toppings and with warm flour tortillas or toast.
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Notes
Árbol chiles. These are optional as they add some spice. If you prefer a medium heat level, omit them. If you want a little more spice, use 4-5. Add some smokiness by leaving out the árbol chiles and adding 1 or 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to the blender with the other ingredients.
Make ahead. Prepare the salsa ahead of time then poach the eggs in the salsa when you’re ready to eat for a delicious breakfast in under 15 minutes!
Storing and reheating. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can reheat them in the microwave in intervals of 30 seconds to make sure the eggs don’t get rubbery.