Chilaquiles
Transform your breakfast or brunch with the vibrant, flavor-packed delight of chilaquiles, a classic Mexican dish that’s comforting and customizable. This recipe features golden, crispy tortilla chips delicately simmered in your choice of tangy red or green salsa, perfectly balanced with a touch of chicken stock for a silky sauce. Finished with crumbled cotija cheese, a drizzle of creamy sour cream, sliced red onions, and fragrant cilantro, each bite delivers a medley of textures and traditional flavors. For an extra indulgence, top it off with a fried egg, making it a hearty meal that’s perfect for sharing. Whether you’re looking for an authentic Mexican recipe or a new way to savor tortillas, these chilaquiles are a must-try! Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s quick, satisfying, and endlessly versatile.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 pieces corn tortillas
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups red salsa (or green salsa)
- 0.5 cup chicken stock
- 0.5 cup cotija cheese (or queso fresco)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (or Mexican crema)
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 pieces fried eggs (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Cut the corn tortillas into quarters (or into strips if preferred) and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the tortilla pieces in batches, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy. Remove and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Lightly season with salt.
In a separate large skillet, heat the salsa over medium heat until warm and slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the chicken stock to thin it out slightly, stirring to combine.
Add the crispy tortilla pieces to the skillet with the salsa. Gently toss to coat the tortillas in the sauce, allowing them to soak for 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to over-soak if you prefer the tortillas to remain slightly crispy.
Serve the chilaquiles immediately on plates, garnished with crumbled cotija cheese, a drizzle of sour cream, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
Optionally, top each serving with a fried egg for added protein and flavor.
Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 312.9 g | 401% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.5 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 918 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 6085 mg | 265% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.2 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.8 g | 167% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 103.7 g | 207% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 1479 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2598 mg | 55% | |
*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.
