Chilaquiles Verdes
Chilaquiles verdes is a mouthwatering Mexican classic that combines crispy tortilla chips with zesty green salsa, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro. This dish is perfect for lazy weekends or brunch gatherings, delivering an explosion of flavors in every bite. With its vibrant colors and customizable toppings, chilaquiles verdes is sure to impress your family and friends while satisfying your cravings for something savory and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups tortilla chips
- 6 medium tomatillos
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese or queso fresco
- 2 sunny-side-up eggs (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the salsa verde by boiling tomatillos until soft, then blend with onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
- Fry tortilla chips in vegetable oil over medium heat until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a large pan over low heat, combine the fried tortilla chips with salsa verde, gently stirring until coated yet crunchy.
- Serve topped with diced avocado, crumbled cheese, fresh cilantro, and optional sunny-side-up eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Customize your chilaquiles with additional toppings like sour cream or shredded chicken. For extra flavor, use homemade salsa. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat on the stovetop to maintain crispiness.