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Chilaquiles

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Chilaquiles began as a resourceful way to use up day-old tortillas, and has since become a beloved Mexican breakfast dish in its own right.

A traditional Mexican breakfast of crisp tortilla chips simmered in salsa until just softened, topped with cheese, cream and a fried egg.

Authentic Mexico Chilaquiles recipe
Prep
15 mins
Cook
15 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
520 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

200gtortilla chips
400gred or green salsa
100gqueso fresco, crumbled
4eggs, fried
100mlcrema or sour cream
1onion, thinly sliced

Method

1

Heat the salsa in a large pan until simmering.

2

Add tortilla chips and toss gently to coat, cooking for 1-2 minutes until just softened but not soggy.

3

Transfer to plates and top with crumbled cheese, crema and sliced onion.

4

Top each portion with a fried egg and serve immediately.

Chef's Tip

Work quickly once the chips hit the salsa — they soften fast, and the goal is tender chips with a little bite left, not mush.

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