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Chilaquiles verdes recipe.

Authentic Chilaquiles Verdes

author Maricruz Avalos
4 servings
This traditional chilaquiles verdes recipe is made with crispy corn tortillas drenched in a flavorful homemade green sauce and served with cheese, cream, and onions.
prep 15 minutes
cook 20 minutes
total 35 minutes
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Ingredients 
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For the sauce

  • 1 lb fresh tomatillo (or a 12-oz can tomatillos, drained)
  • 4 serrano chili peppers (or other type of green chili)
  • ½ cup cilantro (roughly chopped)
  • 1 small white onion (cut into chunks)
  • 1 garlic clove (peeled)
  • 1 Tbsp chicken bouillon (read notes)
  • 2 tsp oil
  • salt

For garnish

  • ½ cup red onions (chopped)
  • ½ cup Mexican crema (or sour cream)
  • 1 cup queso fresco

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan place tomatillos and green chilies, cover with water, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer until tomatillos become tender. Let them cool slightly.
  • Add tomatillos and chilies to a blender with onions, garlic, and cilantro.
  • Add half a cup of water and blend for a minute or until you have a smooth sauce. Set aside.
  • Heat ¼ cup oil in a medium pan. Working in batches fry the tortillas until nicely crispy.
  • Remove fried tortillas to a plate lined with a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the green sauce and powdered chicken stock.
  • Season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.
  • Add the fried tortilla chips and mix to coat evenly. Cook for about 3-4 minutes (depends how crispy you want your chilaquiles).
  • Serve and garnish with cream, queso fresco, and onions.

Notes

  • You can swap chicken bouillon powder and water with 1 cup of chicken stock.
  • Store leftovers into an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Serve chilaquiles verdes with a side of frijoles refritos, a fried egg on top, or shredded chicken for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 538kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 806mg | Potassium: 637mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 292mg | Iron: 2mg
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