Chilaquiles
Mexican tortilla chips briefly coated in warm salsa and topped with eggs and cheese.
Preparation: 15 min · Cooking: 15 min · Total: 30 min · 4 servings
Ingredients
- 250 g sturdy corn tortilla chips
- 500 ml prepared green or red salsa
- 4 pc eggs
- 100 g pasteurized queso fresco, crumbled
- 0.5 bunch cilantro, washed and chopped
Instructions
Cook the eggs and warm the salsa
In a covered nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, cook the four eggs until both whites and yolks are firm, about 4–6 minutes; transfer them to a clean plate. Pour the 500 ml salsa into the same skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Both the egg whites and yolks are firm, and the salsa is gently simmering.
Coat chips
Turn off the heat. Fold the 250 g tortilla chips through the hot salsa for 30–60 seconds, just until coated and lightly softened; divide among four plates immediately.
The chips are coated and still retain a little texture.
Top and serve
Top each plate with one fully cooked egg, a quarter of the 100 g crumbled queso fresco, and some of the chopped cilantro. Serve promptly while the salsa and eggs are hot.
Each serving has one fully cooked egg, cheese, and cilantro over lightly softened chips.
Tips
- Use sturdy chips so they soften without turning mushy.
- Cook the eggs before coating the chips so the chips do not sit in salsa and become soggy.
Common mistakes
- Simmering chips too long removes all crunch.
- Adding chips while the eggs still need cooking makes the chips soggy.
Substitutions
- Use 250 g crisp baked corn-tortilla wedges instead of packaged chips.
Storage
Best eaten immediately. Refrigerate any assembled leftovers within 2 hours at 4°C or colder and eat within 2 days; the chips will soften. Use pasteurized cheese and check labels for milk and egg allergens.
Reheating
Reheat leftovers thoroughly to 74°C/165°F; the chips will be soft. Do not reheat a portion more than once.
About this recipe
Chilaquiles are a Mexican breakfast favorite that makes excellent use of tortillas and salsa.
Editorial approval does not establish independent kitchen testing. Check allergens and follow safe food handling.