{"id":"chilaquiles_024c8bfe22","slug":"traditional-chilaquiles-verdes","title":"Traditional Chilaquiles Verdes","description":"A classic Mexican breakfast made with crisp fried corn tortillas simmered in a tangy tomatillo salsa, topped with fresh cream, crumbled cheese, and onion.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"12 corn tortillas, cut into triangles","name":"Corn Tortillas","quantity":12,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":12,"usUnit":"piece","form":"cut into triangles","notes":"Preferably slightly stale","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"For frying","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"500g tomatillos, husks removed","name":"Tomatillo","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"husked","notes":"","group":"Salsa","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 serrano peppers","name":"Serrano Pepper","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"Adjust for spice level","group":"Salsa","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"2 garlic cloves","name":"Garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"clove","form":"peeled","notes":"","group":"Salsa","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/2 white onion, chopped","name":"Onion","quantity":0.5,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":0.5,"usUnit":"piece","form":"chopped","notes":"white","group":"Salsa","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/2 cup fresh cilantro","name":"Cilantro","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"fresh","notes":"","group":"Salsa","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/2 cup Mexican Crema","name":"Mexican Crema","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"chilled","notes":"or sour cream","group":"Toppings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"100g Queso Fresco, crumbled","name":"Queso Fresco","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":3.5,"usUnit":"oz","form":"crumbled","notes":"","group":"Toppings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"Salsa","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (177°C).","group":"Preparation","title":"Heat the vegetable oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Fry the tortilla triangles in batches until they are golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt while hot.","group":"Preparation","title":"Fry the tortilla triangles","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a medium pot, cover tomatillos and serrano peppers with water and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the tomatillos turn pale green and are soft.","group":"Salsa Making","title":"Cover tomatillos and serrano peppers","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Salsa Making"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Transfer the boiled tomatillos and peppers to a blender. Add the garlic, half of the chopped onion, and cilantro. Blend until smooth. Season with salt to taste.","group":"Salsa Making","title":"Transfer the boiled tomatillos and peppers","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Salsa Making"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Empty the oil from the skillet, leaving about a tablespoon. Pour the salsa into the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes over medium heat.","group":"Assembly","title":"Empty the oil from the skillet, leaving about a tablespoon","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Add the fried tortilla chips to the salsa. Gently toss to coat. Let them sit for 1-2 minutes so they soften slightly but still retain some crunch.","group":"Assembly","title":"Add the fried tortilla chips","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Plate the chilaquiles and top with Mexican crema, crumbled queso fresco, and the remaining chopped onions. Serve immediately.","group":"Assembly","title":"Plate the chilaquiles and top","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"}],"notes":"For a shortcut, you can use store-bought thick tortilla chips, but frying fresh corn tortillas provides a much better texture. Stale tortillas actually work best as they absorb less oil.","cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Mexican"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["fry","simmer","boil"],"equipment":["Large skillet","Medium pot","Blender","Paper towels"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":"A generous breakfast portion"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The salsa can be made 3 days in advance and kept in the fridge. Tortillas can be fried 1 day ahead and kept in an airtight container."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Chilaquiles are best eaten fresh. If stored, they will become quite soggy. Reheat gently in a pan.","reheatingNotes":"Add a splash of water or broth when reheating to loosen the salsa."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fchilaquiles_024c8bfe22%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=12176915-f360-4686-9db5-5ef104b04b93","imageAlt":"Traditional Chilaquiles Verdes — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["mexican","breakfast","spicy","tortilla","tomatillo","comfort food"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Traditional Chilaquiles Verdes","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-03T23:09:29.400Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-03T23:09:29.400Z","related":[{"id":"acai_na_tigela_138fbec4aa","slug":"acai-na-tigela","title":"Açaí na Tigela","description":"A refreshing and energizing Brazilian breakfast staple made from frozen açaí palm fruit, blended into a thick smoothie-like consistency and topped with granola and fresh fruit.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Brazilian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","dairy_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Facai_na_tigela_138fbec4aa%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=bcea20c0-f124-4011-87e9-4fdfe51cca58","imageAlt":"Açaí na Tigela — recipe cover","tags":["acai","smoothie bowl","healthy","brazilian","fruit","superfood"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":4},{"id":"baleada_9f93ff550d","slug":"baleada","title":"Baleada","description":"A beloved Honduran classic featuring thick, fluffy flour tortillas filled with creamy refried beans, salty cheese, and rich crema. 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