Mexican Chilaquiles with Fried Egg (Printable)

Crispy tortilla chips simmered in salsa, topped with fried eggs and fresh garnishes for a comforting Mexican breakfast.

# 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

# 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 to 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 to 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
03 - Add crispy tortilla chips to the salsa, tossing gently to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until chips are well coated while retaining some crunch.
04 - In a separate nonstick skillet, fry eggs to preferred doneness. Sunny side up is traditional with whites set and yolks runny. Season with salt and pepper.
05 - Divide salsa-coated chips between two plates. Top each portion with a fried egg.
06 - Top with crumbled cheese, sliced red onion, fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, and a drizzle of sour cream. Add optional jalapeños, radishes, shredded chicken, or beans as desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish.
  • Customizable: Choose between salsa verde or roja and add your favorite toppings.
  • Perfect Texture: A delightful balance of salsa-coated chips that still retain some crunch.
  • Vegetarian Friendly: Easily adapted for vegetarian or vegan diets.
02 -
  • Season your fresh tortilla chips with salt immediately after they come out of the oil for the best flavor.
  • Simmer the salsa briefly before adding the chips to ensure it has a rich, thickened consistency.
  • Serve the dish immediately after tossing the chips in the salsa to ensure they don't become too soggy.
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