Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 2-3
Add bold and vibrant flavors to your breakfast with Mexican Chilaquiles, a hearty dish of crispy tortilla chips smothered in salsa, topped with eggs, and garnished with fresh herbs. 🌶️✨ This traditional Mexican breakfast is comforting, satisfying, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients For Mexican Chilaquiles
☑6-8 corn tortillas (or 2 cups tortilla chips)
☑1 cup red or green salsa (store-bought or homemade)
☑2 eggs (fried or scrambled, optional)🥚🥚
☑1/2 cup shredded cheese (cotija, queso fresco, or Monterey Jack)
☑1/4 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
☑1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
☑1/4 cup diced onions
☑Optional toppings: sliced avocado, black beans, or jalapeños
Cooking Steps For Mexican Chilaquiles
- 🥧Prepare the Tortilla Chips
If using fresh tortillas, cut them into triangles and fry in hot oil until crispy. Alternatively, use store-bought tortilla chips. - 🥧Warm the Salsa
Heat the salsa in a large skillet over medium heat until simmering. - 🥧Coat the Chips
Add the crispy tortilla chips to the skillet with the salsa, tossing gently to coat the chips evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the chips soften slightly but remain crisp on the edges. - 🥧Add the Toppings
Remove the skillet from heat. Top the chilaquiles with shredded cheese, sour cream, onions, and cilantro. Add fried or scrambled eggs for a heartier dish. - 🥧Serve and Enjoy
Plate the chilaquiles and add any additional toppings like avocado, black beans, or jalapeños. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor “Mexican Chilaquiles”
“Bold, vibrant, and authentically Mexican! 🌟 Chilaquiles are the ultimate comfort food for breakfast or brunch.”
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