Chilaquiles with Salsa Verde (Printable)

Golden tortilla chips simmered in vibrant salsa, crowned with fried eggs and classic Mexican garnishes.

# What You Need:

→ Tortillas & Oil

01 - 6 small corn tortillas, cut into triangles
02 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil for frying

→ Salsa

03 - 1 cup salsa verde or roja, store-bought or homemade

→ Eggs

04 - 2 large eggs

→ Toppings

05 - 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
06 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
08 - 1/2 avocado, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
10 - Salt and pepper to taste
11 - Sliced jalapeños, optional
12 - Radishes, optional

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tortilla triangles in batches until golden and crisp, approximately 1 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and season lightly with salt.
02 - Remove excess oil from skillet, leaving approximately 1 tablespoon. Reduce heat to medium and add salsa. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
03 - Add crispy tortilla chips to salsa, tossing gently to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until chips are well coated while retaining some crunch.
04 - In separate nonstick skillet, fry eggs to preferred doneness with whites set and yolks runny. Season with salt and pepper.
05 - Divide salsa-coated chips between two plates. Top each portion with one fried egg.
06 - Top each plate with crumbled cheese, red onion, cilantro, avocado slices, and drizzle of sour cream. Add optional toppings as desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: A complete meal ready in just 25 minutes.
  • Customizable: Works beautifully with either salsa verde or roja.
  • Flavorful: Perfectly balances spicy salsa with creamy avocado and rich egg yolk.
02 -
  • Salt Early: Season the chips with salt immediately after they come out of the hot oil.
  • Mise en Place: Have your garnishes like cilantro and onion chopped before you start the salsa to serve while everything is hot.
  • Salsa Quality: Since salsa is the main flavor driver, use a high-quality brand or a fresh homemade version.
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