Ingredients
– 10-12 corn tortillas
– 2 cups tomatillos, husked and rinsed
– 1-2 jalapeños (adjust for spiciness)
– 1 small onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese
– ½ cup sour cream
– 1 avocado, sliced
– 2 cups cooked chicken or an egg (optional topping)
Instructions
Creating Chilaquiles Verdes can be simple and enjoyable if you follow these steps:
1. Prep the Tomatillos: In a pot of boiling water, add tomatillos and jalapeños. Boil for about 5 minutes until they are softened. Drain and set them aside.
2. Blend the Sauce: In a blender, combine the boiled tomatillos, jalapeños, chopped onion, garlic, cilantro, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
3. Fry the Tortillas: Cut the corn tortillas into triangles. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the tortilla triangles in batches until crispy and golden. Place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
4. Cook the Sauce: In the same skillet, pour the blended green sauce and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Combine: Add the crispy tortilla triangles into the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the tortillas evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the tortillas to soften while still retaining some crunch.
6. Assemble: Transfer the chilaquiles to a serving platter. Top with crumbled queso fresco, sour cream, sliced avocado, and any cooked protein, if desired.
7. Garnish and Serve: Add more cilantro on top for garnish and serve immediately while it’s still hot.
These steps will take you from ingredients to a beautifully plated dish of Chilaquiles Verdes that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 8g