Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

How to make Chilaquiles fast and easy!

Login to Save
16K views👍 41
Salsa Queen
Salsa Queen
1 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Salsa Queen to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Chilaquiles

Cultural Context

Chilaquiles are a traditional Mexican dish often served for breakfast or brunch. They consist of fried tortilla pieces topped with salsa and various garnishes. The dish is versatile, allowing for a variety of toppings and sauces, making it a popular choice for using up leftover tortillas. Chilaquiles reflect the resourcefulness of Mexican cuisine, transforming simple ingredients into a flavorful meal.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
12 corn tortillas
1 cup red chili sauce
1 cup queso chipotle
1 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
1/2 cup cilantro
1 cup queso fresco
1/2 cup pico de gallo

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: store-brand tortillas

Whole grain tortillas offer more fiber, while store-brand options can be more budget-friendly.

salsa

🥗Healthier: homemade salsa

💰Cheaper: canned salsa

Homemade salsa can be fresher and healthier, while canned options are often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories, while processed cheese can be more affordable.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative with more protein.

1

Cut corn tortillas into quarters.

2

Deep fry the tortilla pieces until crispy.

3

Prepare the sauce by mixing red chili sauce and a couple of tablespoons of queso chipotle.

4

Heat a pan and add the fried corn chips.

5

Pour the sauce over the corn chips in the hot pan.

6

Mix well and add a pinch of salt, being careful not to let the chips get soggy.

7

Prepare eggs in a separate pan and then pour the chilaquiles into the egg pan.

8

Top with cilantro and queso fresco.

9

Add creamy jalapeno and pico de gallo on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

fryingsautéinggarnishing

Equipment Needed

skilletcutting boardknifeserving plate

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Chilaquiles RojosChilaquiles Verdes
Local Name: Chilaquiles

More Chilaquiles Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Mexican Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)