Chilaquiles
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Vegetarian Mexican

Chilaquiles

Crisp tortilla chips briefly simmered in a bright roasted tomatillo salsa, then topped with fried eggs, crema, queso fresco, and fresh cilantro. The chips soften at the edges while retaining a satisfying crunch in the center.

45 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Heat the broiler or a dry cast-iron skillet. Arrange the tomatillos, onion, jalapeño, and garlic on a foil-lined tray or in the skillet, and roast until blistered and lightly blackened in spots, 8 to 10 minutes, turning once.
2
Transfer the roasted vegetables to a blender with the water and half the salt. Blend until mostly smooth, adding a splash more water only if needed for a pourable salsa.
3
Warm 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour in the salsa and simmer until slightly thickened and darker green, 5 to 7 minutes. Taste and adjust the salt.
4
Add the tortilla chips to the simmering salsa and fold gently until coated. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, leaving some chips crisp in the center and allowing the edges to soften.
Tortilla chips folded into salsa verde AI-generated image
5
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Fry the eggs in batches if necessary until the whites are fully set and the yolks reach your preferred doneness, about 3 to 5 minutes.
6
Divide the sauced chips among four warm plates. Top each portion with two fried eggs, then drizzle with crema and scatter with queso fresco and cilantro.
Chilaquiles topped with fried eggs, crema, queso fresco, and cilantro AI-generated image
7
Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.

Why this recipe works

Roasting the tomatillos concentrates their tangy flavor, while a short simmer lets the chips absorb salsa without turning completely soft. Rich eggs, creamy crema, salty cheese, and fresh lime balance the chile and acidity.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Store the salsa separately from the chips and toppings in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Refrigerate cooked eggs for up to 2 days.

How to reheat it

Reheat the salsa in a skillet over medium heat, then add fresh chips just before serving. Reheat cooked eggs gently until steaming hot, or fry fresh eggs for the best texture.

Nutrition / serving

829kcal
25.88 gprotein
67.18 gcarbs
52.31 gfat
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Published 20 Aug 2026 · updated 20 Aug 2026