Chilaquiles with Fried Eggs

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
24%
Chilaquiles with Fried Eggs
45 min.
4
462kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with this mouth-watering Chilaquiles with Fried Eggs recipe, a vibrant and nutritious vegetarian dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a hearty lunch or a satisfying dinner, this gluten-free main course is not only a feast for your palate but also a visual delight. Prepared with a blend of whole tomatoes, tender guajillo chilies, and crispy corn tortillas, it's a symphony of textures and flavors. The richness of the Monterey Jack cheese and the freshness of the cilantro add layers of depth to this Mexican-inspired dish.

Dive into the aromatic sauce, made from a unique combination of spices including smoked paprika, garlic, and a hint of honey, which perfectly complements the smoky depth of the chilies. The tortillas, fried to a golden crisp, are then generously smothered in this delectable sauce and topped with a sprinkle of crumbled queso fresco. The pièce de résistance? The perfectly fried eggs, with their runny yolks that meld into the dish, enriching every bite with a creamy, savory goodness.

This recipe is designed to be both accessible and impressive, requiring just 45 minutes from start to finish. It's a perfect dish for entertaining, as it serves four, but its components can be prepared in advance, making it a stress-free option for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a culinary novice, this Chilaquiles with Fried Eggs recipe is sure to become a staple in your repertoire, offering a deliciously different take on a classic comfort food.

Ingredients

  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes whole drained canned
  •  pepper flakes dried
  • large tortilla chips quartered
  • large eggs 
  • ounces queso fresco crumbled
  • servings cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • teaspoons honey 
  • 0.1 teaspoon paprika smoked sweet
  • servings kosher salt 
  • servings lime wedges 
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • servings radishes thinly sliced
  • servings vegetable oil for frying
  • servings onion white finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • wire rack
  • blender
  • kitchen thermometer
  • broiler
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Place chiles in a medium bowl; cover with 2 cups boiling water.
  2. Let chiles soak until softened, about 15 minutes.
  3. Drain, reserving soaking liquid. Discard stems and seeds; place chiles in a blender.
  4. Add tomatoes, next 4 ingredients, and 1 cup reserved soaking liquid; purée until smooth.
  5. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  6. Add purée (it will splatter) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, partially covered and stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes (add more reserved soaking liquid if too thick). Stir in honeyand season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before using.
  7. Place a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet.
  8. Pour oil into a large skillet to a depth of 1 1/2". Prop deep-fry thermometer in skillet with bulb submerged.
  9. Heat over medium-high heat until thermometer registers 350°F. Working in batches, fry tortillas, occasionally turning with tongs, until crisp, 2-3 minutes.
  10. Transfer chips to prepared sheet and season with salt.
  11. Preheat broiler. Toss chips and 1 cup sauce in a large bowl.
  12. Transfer half of chips to a large ovenproof platter or skillet. Scatter half of cheeses over chips. Top with remaining chips and cheeses, along with 1/2 cup more sauce. Broil until cheese is golden and melted, 4-5 minutes.
  13. Meanwhile, pour oil into a nonstick skillet to lightly coat.
  14. Heat over medium heat.
  15. Add eggs and fry until whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 4 minutes.
  16. Top chilaquiles with chopped onion, radishes, cilantro, and lime wedges. Top with fried eggs and serve with remaining sauce alongside.

Nutrition Facts

Calories462kcal
Protein20.6%
Fat47.26%
Carbs32.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
82.57
Glycemic Load
10.06
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
32.170434785926%

Flavonoids

Pelargonidin
36.62mg
Hesperetin
0.43mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
0.87mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
11.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:461.63kcal
23.08%
Fat:25.33g
38.98%
Saturated Fat:11.41g
71.33%
Carbohydrates:38.76g
12.92%
Net Carbohydrates:31.44g
11.43%
Sugar:20.29g
22.54%
Cholesterol:230.79mg
76.93%
Sodium:964.68mg
41.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.85g
49.7%
Vitamin C:145.58mg
176.46%
Calcium:520.41mg
52.04%
Vitamin B6:0.99mg
49.68%
Phosphorus:480.42mg
48.04%
Selenium:28.01µg
40.01%
Vitamin A:1936.6IU
38.73%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
35.75%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.5%
Potassium:1211.15mg
34.6%
Copper:0.59mg
29.51%
Fiber:7.32g
29.27%
Vitamin K:30.65µg
29.19%
Vitamin E:4.23mg
28.21%
Iron:5.04mg
28.02%
Folate:100.61µg
25.15%
Magnesium:96.44mg
24.11%
Zinc:3.37mg
22.48%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.43%
Vitamin B12:1.16µg
19.28%
Vitamin B5:1.91mg
19.1%
Vitamin B3:3.78mg
18.92%
Vitamin D:1.94µg
12.9%
Source:Epicurious