Chilaquiles Rojos is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish featuring crispy tortilla chips simmered in a flavorful red salsa, topped with a variety of garnishes. It's a delightful way to start the day, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
• 🌽 8 corn tortillas, cut into triangles
• 🫒 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
• 🍅 4 ripe tomatoes
• 🌶️ 2 dried guajillo chilies, seeds removed
• 🧄 2 cloves garlic
• 🧅 1 small onion, quartered
• 🧂 Salt, to taste
• 🥄 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 🥚 2 eggs (optional, for topping)
• 🧀 ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
• 🥑 1 avocado, sliced
• 🌿 Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 🧅 ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
• 🥛 ¼ cup Mexican crema or sour cream
• 🥄 1 lime, cut into wedges
Equipment
• Blender
• Large skillet or frying pan
• Tongs
• Paper towels
• Knife and cutting board
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Calories & Macros (per serving)
• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fat: 30g
Instructions
1. Prepare the Salsa Roja
o In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add the tomatoes and dried guajillo chilies; boil for 5 minutes until softened.
o Transfer the tomatoes, chilies, garlic, and onion to a blender. Add ½ cup of the boiling water and blend until smooth.
o Season with salt to taste.
2. Fry the Tortilla Chips
o Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
o Fry the tortilla triangles in batches until crispy and golden.
o Remove and drain on paper towels.
3. Combine Chips and Salsa
o Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon.
o Pour the blended salsa into the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.
o Add the fried tortilla chips to the salsa, gently stirring to coat. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the chips slightly soften but remain crisp.
4. Optional Egg Topping
o In a separate pan, fry eggs to your preferred doneness.
5. Serve
o Divide the chilaquiles onto plates.
o Top with fried eggs (if using), crumbled queso fresco, avocado slices, chopped cilantro, sliced red onion, and a drizzle of crema.
o Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Cooking and Serving Tips
• Tortilla Chips: For a shortcut, use store-bought tortilla chips, though freshly fried tortillas offer a more authentic taste.
• Salsa Consistency: Adjust the thickness of the salsa by adding more broth if needed.
• Protein Addition: Add shredded chicken or chorizo for a heartier meal.
• Serving: Enjoy immediately to maintain the balance between crispy and saucy textures.
Enjoy this flavorful and satisfying Mexican classic!