Description
Chilaquiles Verdes is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish that combines crispy tortilla chips smothered in a flavorful green sauce, often topped with eggs, cheese, sour cream, and cilantro. This savory dish is the perfect balance of crispy, tangy, and spicy, offering a satisfying and hearty meal. It’s a wonderful way to start the day, and it’s customizable to suit your taste, whether you prefer it with chicken, avocado, or additional toppings.
Ingredients
- For the sauce:
1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed
2–3 jalapeños (adjust based on spice preference)
1 small onion, quartered
2 garlic cloves
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
For the chilaquiles:
8–10 corn tortillas, cut into triangles or strips
1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)
4 large eggs (for topping)
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese (cheddar, Oaxaca, or Monterey Jack)
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion (optional, for garnish)
Sliced avocado (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
For the sauce:
Roast the tomatillos: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, and garlic in the pan. Dry roast them, turning occasionally, until the tomatillos are soft and slightly charred (about 7-10 minutes). The jalapeños should be slightly blistered as well. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Blend the sauce: Once the vegetables are cool enough to handle, transfer them to a blender. Add the cilantro and a pinch of salt, and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt if necessary.
- For the chilaquiles:
Fry the tortilla chips: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the tortilla strips or triangles and fry them for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are crispy and golden. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. - Combine the chips and sauce: In the same skillet, pour in the green sauce and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Add the fried tortilla chips to the pan, stirring gently to coat them in the sauce. Let them cook for 3-4 minutes until the chips soften slightly, but remain crispy around the edges.
- Cook the eggs: While the chips are cooking in the sauce, cook your eggs. You can either fry or scramble them, depending on your preference. If you prefer poached eggs, those are also a great topping for chilaquiles!
- Assemble the dish: Divide the chilaquiles into serving plates. Top with cooked eggs, crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and fresh cilantro. Optionally, garnish with sliced avocado, red onion, or a squeeze of lime for added flavor.
- Serve: Serve your Chilaquiles Verdes immediately while the chips are still crispy and the eggs are warm. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chicken Chilaquiles: Add shredded cooked chicken on top for a heartier meal.
- Vegan Chilaquiles: Skip the cheese and eggs, and use avocado and a dollop of cashew cream or vegan sour cream as toppings.
- Spicy Chilaquiles: Add more jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the sauce for extra heat.
- Chilaquiles with Beans: Serve with a side of black beans or refried beans for added protein and fiber.
- Cheese Options: Try substituting queso fresco with Cotija, Monterey Jack, or even a spicy cheese like pepper jack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying, Roasting, Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg