Jul 14 2026
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Chilaquiles Recipe

Inspired by Chico Malo
Time1h
Serves4

award winning! salata + pickled yellow onion avocado + chips

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Ingredients

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Salata

Pickled Yellow Onion

Chilaquiles

Method

Salata

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salata

    In a mixing bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and finely chopped cilantro.

  2. 2

    Dress the Salata

    Add lime juice, olive oil, and salt to the bowl. Toss everything gently to combine. Set aside.

Pickled Yellow Onion

  1. 3

    Slice the Onion

    Thinly slice the yellow onion and place it in a clean jar.

  2. 4

    Make the Pickling Liquid

    In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat until sugar and salt dissolve.

  3. 5

    Pickle the Onion

    Pour the hot pickling liquid over the sliced onion in the jar. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Chilaquiles

  1. 6

    Prepare the Tortilla Chips

    In a large skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add the tortilla chips and fry until golden and crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

  2. 7

    Cook the Eggs

    In the same skillet, crack the eggs and cook them sunny-side up or to your preferred doneness.

  3. 8

    Assemble the Chilaquiles

    In a large serving dish, layer the tortilla chips, green salsa, and then top with the cooked eggs, avocado slices, crumbled queso fresco, and dollops of sour cream.

  4. 9

    Add the Salata and Pickled Onions

    Top the chilaquiles with the prepared salata and pickled yellow onions.

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