Chilaquiles with fried eggs (Printable)

Crispy tortilla chips simmered in salsa, crowned with fried eggs and fresh toppings for a hearty Mexican breakfast.

# What You'll 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 salsa 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 chopped fresh cilantro
08 - 1/2 avocado, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
10 - Salt and pepper to taste
11 - Optional: sliced jalapeños, radishes, cooked shredded chicken or black beans

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tortilla triangles in batches until golden and crisp, approximately 1-2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and season lightly with salt.
02 - Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving approximately 1 tablespoon. Reduce heat to medium and add salsa. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
03 - Add crispy tortilla chips to the salsa, tossing gently to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until chips are well coated while maintaining some crunch.
04 - In a separate nonstick skillet, fry eggs to preferred doneness with sunny side up recommended. Season with salt and pepper, keeping yolks runny.
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 a drizzle of sour cream. Add optional toppings as desired and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It is a hearty, Mexican-inspired meal that is both comforting and flavorful.
  • With a total time of 25 minutes, it is quick enough for a weekend breakfast.
  • The recipe is easy to follow and can be adapted for vegetarian or vegan diets.
02 -
  • Drain the fried tortillas thoroughly on paper towels to keep the dish from becoming too oily.
  • Use a nonstick skillet for the eggs to ensure the runny yolks remain intact for the perfect presentation.
  • If using store-bought chips, check labels for gluten or other allergens to suit your dietary needs.
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