Jul 14 2026

Chilaquiles Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Crispy tortilla chips topped with verde sauce, cheese, and eggs.

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Ingredients

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Chips

Sauce

Toppings

Method

Chips

  1. 1

    Fry the Tortillas

    Cut each corn tortilla into quarters. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the tortilla pieces in batches, frying until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with salt to taste.

Sauce

  1. 2

    Prepare the Verde Sauce

    In a saucepan, add tomatillos, jalapeño, garlic, and onion. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the tomatillos are soft. Drain and transfer to a blender. Add fresh cilantro and lime juice, then blend until smooth. Season with salt to taste.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Assemble the Chilaquiles

    In a large serving dish, layer the crispy tortilla chips. Pour the verde sauce evenly over the chips, ensuring they are well-coated. Sprinkle queso fresco on top.

  2. 4

    Cook the Eggs

    In a separate skillet, fry or poach the eggs to your liking. Place the cooked eggs on top of the chilaquiles.

  3. 5

    Add the Finishing Touches

    Top the chilaquiles with sour cream and sliced avocado. Serve immediately while warm.

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