Chilaquiles

This chilaquiles recipe makes a quick and easy Mexican breakfast of crispy tortilla pieces fried with onions, salsa, eggs, and lots of cheese.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 279 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups oil for frying
• 6 eggs, lightly beaten
• 30 (6 inch) corn tortillas, torn into strips
• 1 (7.75 ounce) can Mexican style hot tomato sauce
• 0.25 cup chopped onion
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.5 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the skillet over medium heat. Return fried tortillas and onion to the skillet and stir in beaten eggs; season with salt. Cook and stir until eggs are firm.

Step 2

Gather all ingredients. Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 3

Fry tortillas and onion in hot oil until crisp and golden brown, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Drain the skillet, leaving only a thin residue of oil.

Step 5

Stir in tomato salsa and water. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes.

Step 6

Sprinkle with cheese and continue cooking until cheese is melted.