If you are looking for a delicious and authentic Mexican breakfast dish, look no further than Mellis Chilaquiles Rojos. This traditional recipe is made with corn tortillas that are cut into triangles and fried until crispy, then simmered in a rich and flavorful tomato sauce. Mellis Chilaquiles Rojos is often served with eggs, beans, avocado, and cheese, and it is a popular choice for brunch or lunch as well. With its combination of crispy tortillas, savory sauce, and fresh toppings, Mellis Chilaquiles Rojos is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
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CHILAQUILES ROJOS (TRADITIONAL MEXICAN BREAKFAST DISH)
Steps:
- Grill the tomatoes, chiles, garlic and onions until they have a slightly blackened skin. Do not burn!
- Bring 6 cups water to a boil with the blackened veggies until they are cooked through and soft inside.
- Pour the veggies with the hot water and a little added cold water into a food processor and process. Don't blend too much, you want the mixture to be chunky.
- In a large pot, heat up the oil until smoking. Then (carefully!) add a small amount of the sauce mixture and let it burn away for 1 minute (this is for a nice smoky flavor). Then slowly add the rest of the mixture and season with salt and some chicken base.
- Add the tomato puree for color, and mix well. Add the shredded chicken and cook until it is heated through. Add the cilantro. Add the chips and serve immediately on 4 plates. Top each plate with some sour cream, sliced onions, queso fresco and a sprig of cilantro.
- Serve with guacamole, refried black beans and pico de gallo on the side.
AUTHENTIC CHILAQUILES ROJOS (RED CHILAQUILES) RECIPE
Make the popular Chilaquiles Rojos usually served at breakfast but are perfect for any meal of the day. You can add shredded chicken or just top it with a fried egg for the ultimate experience!
Provided by Ana Frias
Categories Breakfast & Brunch Main Dish
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small or medium saucepan, add two cups of water, chiles, tomatoes, onion & garlic. Over medium-high heat, bring the water to a soft boil, then lower heat to medium-low. Cook for 7 minutes or until tomatoes are soft.
- In a blender, add one cup of the cooking water, the chiles, tomatoes, onion, garlic plus all of the spices. Puree for one or two minutes until everything is pureed well.
- Note: Reserve the remaining of the cooking water for now in case the sauce becomes too thick
- Add one tablespoon oil to a saucepan/skillet and heat over medium heat. Add the tomato/chile puree (careful, it will sizzle!). Turn the heat to low, and simmer, stirring often, for about 5 minutes, until the sauce darkens and thickens a little bit.
- Taste and adjust salt & pepper.
- While the sauce is cooking, fry or bake the tortillas
- In the saucepan where the sauce is cooking, stir in the tortilla chips, and fold until the tortilla is coated with the sauce. Remove from heat.
- Serve immediately so that the tortillas chips don't become too soggy. They will soften up fast!
- Drizzle with crema, sprinkle the cheese, and sliced avocado on the top.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 plate, Calories 298 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 268 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 12 g
ANNE'S CHICKEN CHILAQUILES ROJAS
One of my favorite comfort foods from growing up in Tucson. It's great for a potluck or party and you'll get lots of compliments from your guests! This is a "roja" version but there is a "verde" style, too. Both are great and can be made hot or mild depending upon your heat tolerances or preferences. Serve with your favorite salsa, if desired.
Provided by Dylan's Nana
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large (10x15-inch) casserole dish.
- Combine drained tomatoes and chipotle chiles in adobo in a blender and puree until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onion in hot oil until brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and saute 1 minute more. Add pureed tomato-chile sauce and simmer until mixture starts to thicken. Pour in chicken broth and stir in cumin, oregano, and salt; let simmer until mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
- Mix tortilla chips and tomato-chile sauce, folding carefully to cover chips completely. You may have to do this in 2 batches.
- Cover the bottom of the casserole dish with half of the chip/sauce mixture. Sprinkle a layer of Mexican cheese and cotija cheese over top. Add shredded chicken to cover all of the chips and cheese. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with 1/2 of the green onions and 1/2 of the cilantro. Spoon 3/4 of the sour cream evenly over top. Spread with the remaining tortilla mixture then top with remaining Mexican and cotija cheeses. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until mixture is bubbly and cheese is melted, 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Serve with sour cream, green onions, and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 99.9 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 900.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips:
- Use day-old corn tortillas for the best texture.
- Cut the tortillas into uniform strips for even cooking.
- Toast the tortilla strips in a single layer to prevent them from steaming.
- Use a variety of toppings to add flavor and texture to your chilaquiles.
- Serve chilaquiles immediately after cooking for the best flavor.
Conclusion:
Chilaquiles rojos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make this classic Mexican dish at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chilaquiles rojos a try!
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