Chilaquiles
Description
This chilaquiles recipe makes a quick and easy Mexican breakfast of crispy tortilla pieces fried with onions, salsa, eggs, and lots of cheese.
Ingredients
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2 cups oil for frying
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30 (6 inch) corn tortillas, torn into strips
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1/4 cup chopped onion
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6 eggs, lightly beaten
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2 teaspoons salt
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1 (7 3/4 ounce) can Mexican style hot tomato sauce
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1/2 cup water
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1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Directions
1
Gather all ingredients. Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Fry tortillas and onion in hot oil until crisp and golden brown, stirring frequently.
3
Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Drain the skillet, leaving only a thin residue of oil.
4
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.
5
Stir in tomato salsa and water. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes.
6
Sprinkle with cheese and continue cooking until cheese is melted.