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Red Mexican Chilaquiles

Cultural Context

Chilaquiles originated in Mexico as a way to use up stale tortillas, transformed into a beloved breakfast dish. Traditionally served with salsa and toppings, they embody the resourcefulness of Mexican cuisine. Today, they are a popular brunch item in many Mexican restaurants, often customized with various toppings like eggs, cheese, and avocado, making them a versatile and hearty meal.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 corn tortillas
4 tomatoes
1/2 jalapeno
3 eggs
onion
chicken bouillon
oil

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cotija cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

tortilla chips

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: homemade tortilla chips

Homemade chips can be made from corn tortillas at a lower cost.

red salsa

🥗Healthier: fresh tomato salsa

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes can be a more affordable option for making salsa.

1

Prepare the red salsa by blending tomatoes, onion, and jalapeno until smooth.

2

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3

Cut corn tortillas into chips and add them to the skillet.

4

Pour the red salsa over the tortilla chips and gently toss until coated and heated through.

5

Crack eggs over the chilaquiles and cover the skillet.

6

Cook until the eggs are set to your liking.

7

Remove from heat and serve.

Cooking Techniques

blendingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large skilletblender

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairyegg

Also Known As

Chilaquiles RojosChilaquiles with Red Sauce
Local Name: Chilaquiles Rojos

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