Chilaquiles is a delicious Mexican dish made with fried tortilla chips, salsa, and typically topped with cheese, sour cream, and various other garnishes. Here's a simple recipe for making chilaquiles:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of tortilla chips (you can use store-bought or make your own by frying corn tortillas)
- 1 cup of salsa (red or green, depending on your preference)
- 1/4 cup of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup of diced onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, etc.
Instructions:
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant.
Pour in the salsa and chicken or vegetable broth, and stir well to combine. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. If you prefer a spicier sauce, you can add some chopped jalapeños or other hot peppers.
Once the sauce is ready, add the tortilla chips to the skillet. Gently toss them in the sauce until they are well coated. Reduce the heat to low and let the chips simmer in the sauce for a couple of minutes. This allows the chips to soften slightly without becoming too mushy.
Season with salt to taste. Be mindful of the saltiness of the tortilla chips and salsa you're using before adding too much salt.
Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the chilaquiles immediately. You can top them with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, or any other toppings you prefer.
Chilaquiles are often served as a breakfast or brunch dish, but they can be enjoyed any time of the day. They are typically accompanied by refried beans and/or eggs, such as sunny-side-up or scrambled. Enjoy your homemade chilaquiles!