Recipe Details
"Wake up to the vibrant flavors of Mexico with these crispy fried tortillas tossed in a rich, smoky tomato and guajillo chili sauce. Topped with a sunny-side-up egg and crumbly queso fresco, it's the ultimate comfort breakfast that balances heat, crunch, and creaminess."
Ingredients
| Qty | Item |
|---|---|
| 12 pieces | Corn tortillas, cut into triangles |
| 4 pieces | Guajillo chilies, stemmed and seeded |
| 3 large | Roma tomatoes |
| 0.5 cup | White onion, chopped |
| 2 pieces | Garlic cloves |
| 1 cup | Chicken or vegetable broth |
| 0.5 cup | Vegetable oil |
| 4 pieces | Large eggs |
| 0.5 cup | Queso fresco, crumbled |
| 0.25 cup | Mexican crema or sour cream |
| 0.25 cup | Fresh cilantro, chopped |
How to Make Chilaquiles Rojos con Huevo
Prepare the Sauce: Roast the tomatoes, garlic, and onion in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until charred. Rehydrate the guajillo chilies in boiling water for 10 minutes until soft.
Blend: Place the roasted vegetables and softened chilies into a blender with 1/2 cup of the soaking liquid or broth. Blend until perfectly smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve if a smoother texture is desired.
Fry Tortillas: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil. Fry the tortilla triangles in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and season lightly with salt.
Simmer Salsa: Wipe out the skillet, add a tablespoon of oil, and pour in the blended salsa. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes over medium heat until it darkens and thickens. Stir in the remaining broth.
Assemble: Carefully fold the crispy tortilla chips into the sauce. Ensure they are well coated but don't let them sit too long if you prefer them slightly crunchy.
Cook Eggs: In a separate non-stick skillet, fry the eggs sunny-side up or over-easy to your preference.
Serve: Divide the chilaquiles among four plates. Top each with a fried egg, a drizzle of crema, crumbled queso fresco, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
Tips for Best Results
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Use day-old tortillas as they have less moisture and fry up much crispier than fresh ones.
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To save time, you can use high-quality store-bought tortilla chips, but ensure they are thick 'totopo' style so they don't turn into mush.
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If you want more heat, add 2-3 chilies de árbol to the blender with the guajillo chilies.
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Add the chips to the sauce at the very last second before serving to maintain a contrast between soft and crunchy textures.
Frequently Asked Questions
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