Chilaquiles Verdes with Fresh Corn Tortillas

Chilaquiles Verdes with Fresh Corn Tortillas

Got extra corn tortillas? Turn them into quick, authentic chilaquiles verdes — crispy tortilla chips tossed in warm green salsa and topped with eggs, crema, and cheese. Fast, bold, and perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

  • Corn tortillas (cut into triangles)

  • Green salsa

  • Eggs

  • Crema or sour cream

  • Queso fresco or cotija

  • Diced onion

  • Cilantro

  • Oil and salt

Steps

  1. Fry tortilla triangles until golden and crisp. Salt lightly.

  2. Simmer green salsa in a pan for a few minutes.

  3. Toss chips in the warm salsa briefly.

  4. Top with fried eggs, crema, cheese, onion, and cilantro.

Tip: Toss chips in salsa right before serving so they stay crisp.