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Crispy Chilaquiles Verdes Recipe Easy Homemade Tangy Tomatillo Salsa

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy chilaquiles verdes with a vibrant, tangy homemade tomatillo salsa. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any occasion, this dish balances crunch and saucy flavor without sogginess.

Ingredients

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  • 10–12 corn tortillas, cut into triangles (or store-bought tortilla chips)
  • 1 cup vegetable or canola oil (for frying tortillas)
  • 1 pound fresh tomatillos, husked and rinsed
  • 1 medium jalapeño, seeded or whole
  • 1 small white onion, quartered
  • 2 large garlic cloves, peeled
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt to taste (kosher salt recommended)
  • ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
  • ¼ cup sour cream or Mexican crema (optional)
  • 1 fresh lime, cut into wedges (for serving)
  • Optional protein: shredded cooked chicken or fried eggs

Instructions

  1. Cut corn tortillas into roughly 8 triangles each.
  2. Heat 1 cup of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F / 175°C).
  3. Fry tortilla pieces in batches, flipping occasionally, until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
  4. Use a slotted spoon to transfer chips to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Set aside.
  5. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed tomatillos, jalapeño, quartered onion, and garlic cloves. Cover with water and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  6. Simmer until tomatillos turn a dull green and soften, about 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a blender.
  7. Add fresh cilantro, chicken broth, and a pinch of salt to the blender with the cooked vegetables. Puree until smooth but still slightly textured.
  8. Taste and adjust salt or add a squeeze of lime juice if desired.
  9. Pour the salsa back into the saucepan and warm over medium heat for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Keep warm.
  10. In the skillet or a large serving dish, gently toss the crispy tortilla chips with the warm salsa verde, coating evenly but trying not to soak them completely to keep some crispness.
  11. Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco or cotija over the mixture, dollop with sour cream or crema if using, and garnish with extra cilantro leaves.
  12. Add shredded chicken or fried eggs on top if desired.
  13. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Keep frying oil at 350°F (175°C) for perfect crispiness. Toss chips lightly in salsa to avoid sogginess. Salsa verde can be made ahead and stored up to 3 days in the fridge. Reheat chips briefly in a dry skillet if soggy. Baking chips at 400°F (205°C) for 10-15 minutes is a healthier alternative but less crispy. Use fresh tomatillos for best flavor. Variations include adding protein, veggies, or making dairy-free with vegan cheese and coconut yogurt.

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