Mexican Chilaquiles with Fried Egg (Printable)

Golden tortilla chips simmered in salsa, crowned with fried eggs and fresh toppings for a comforting Mexican morning classic.

# What You Need:

→ Tortillas & Oil

01 - 6 small corn tortillas, cut into triangles
02 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil for frying

→ Salsa

03 - 1 cup store-bought or homemade salsa verde or roja

→ Eggs

04 - 2 large eggs

→ Toppings

05 - 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta
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 beans

# Directions:

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 lightly season with salt.
02 - Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 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. Cook for 1-2 minutes until chips are well coated but still retain some crunch.
04 - In a separate nonstick skillet, fry eggs to preferred doneness with sunny side up being traditional. Cook until whites are set and yolks remain runny. Season with salt and pepper.
05 - Divide salsa-coated chips evenly between two plates. Top each portion with one fried egg.
06 - Top each plate with crumbled cheese, sliced red onion, fresh cilantro, avocado slices, and a drizzle of sour cream. Add optional toppings as desired and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A quick and easy Mexican breakfast ready in only 25 minutes.
  • Perfectly combines crispy, tangy, and creamy textures in one dish.
  • Highly customizable with your choice of salsa and extra protein options.
02 -
  • To keep the chips from getting too soggy, serve the dish immediately after tossing them in the salsa.
  • Use a well-seasoned or nonstick skillet for the eggs to ensure the runny yolks remain intact during plating.
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