**Dive into the Delightful World of Chilaquiles with Roasted Tomatillos: A Fusion of Mexican and Tex-Mex Flavors**
Embark on a culinary journey to savor the tantalizing flavors of chilaquiles with roasted tomatillos, a delectable dish that seamlessly blends Mexican and Tex-Mex influences. This vibrant dish features crispy tortilla chips smothered in a rich and flavorful sauce made from roasted tomatillos, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will captivate your palate. Accompanied by a medley of toppings such as queso fresco, sour cream, and avocado, chilaquiles with roasted tomatillos make for a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This versatile dish can be easily customized to suit your preferences, allowing you to adjust the level of spiciness and add additional ingredients like shredded chicken or beans. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to indulge in the irresistible charm of chilaquiles with roasted tomatillos, a dish that will surely become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
CHILAQUILES WITH ROASTED TOMATILLOS
Steps:
- In a preheated 400 degree oven, roast the tomatillos and the jalapenos together until the skins on the tomatillos blister. Place the tomatillos and the jalapenos in a food processor and blend. In a saute pan, heat the olive oil and add the onions, cook on low heat, approximately 10 to 12 minutes, until caramelized. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add the onions and garlic to the tomatillos mixture and the epazote, cilantro and chicken broth. Blend to combine.
- In a separate saucepan, heat the vegetable oil to 325 degrees. Use a high temperate thermometer for accurate temperature. Cut the tortillas in quarters and fry until crispy. Drain the tortillas and set aside. Combine the tomatillos mixture, tortillas and eggs in a large saute pan and simmer for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked.
- To serve, spoon the chilaquiles onto a plate and top them with the cheeses. Melt in a hot oven and serve with your favorite hot sauce. Top the chilaquiles with sour cream and a little chopped cilantro.
TRADITIONAL CHILAQUILES
This is a traditional recipe that is good to eat as breakfast with fried eggs or as a dinner main course with a salad.
Provided by Brady Hamilton
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Blend tomatillos, onion, poblano pepper, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, garlic, mint, and salt in a blender until smooth. Transfer mixture to a saucepan and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add chicken to tomatillo sauce and continue to simmer until chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes more.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry tortilla strips in batches until crisp and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Layer about half the fried tortillas in a 2-quart baking dish; spread half the tomatillo sauce over tortillas. Mix pepperjack cheese and Monterey Jack cheese in a bowl; sprinkle half over tomatillo sauce. Repeat layers.
- Bake in preheated oven until cheese is golden and bubbly, 30 to 35 minutes. Allow to cool 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 62.1 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 205.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
CHILAQUILES WITH TURKEY AND ROASTED TOMATILLO SALSA
Steps:
- Fry tortilla strips:
- Heat oil in a 3 1/2-quart flameproof nonreactive shallow casserole or deep skillet to 375°F. Fry tortillas in batches, turning occasionally, until golden, about 1 minute, and transfer to paper towels to drain (return oil to 375°F between batches). Carefully pour off all but 1 tablespoon hot oil into a large metal bowl to cool before discarding.
- Make chilaquiles:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook onion in oil in casserole over moderately high heat, stirring, until softened. Add broth and turkey and simmer, uncovered, stirring, until liquid is reduced to about 1/2 cup, about 15 minutes. Add 2 1/2 cups salsa and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and toss with Monterey Jack and tortilla strips. Bake chilaquiles, uncovered, in middle of oven until bubbling, about 15 minutes. Whisk together crème fraîche and milk. Serve chilaquiles topped with crème fraîche, cilantro, and cheese.
CHILAQUILES WITH ROASTED TOMATILLO SALSA
Thank you food network for your new show: Mexican Made Easy with Marcela Valladolid. She is wonderful and I tried her first recipe aired to celebrate (plus I had all the ingredients in the fridge already ;o) ) This is easy with the true flavors of Mexico!
Provided by cookiedog
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Special equipment: 4 individual casserole dishes (I just used plates!).
- To make the salsa: Preheat the broiler or oven to 550 degrees F.
- Remove husks from the tomatillos and rinse under warm water to remove the stickiness. Put the chiles, garlic, onion and tomatillos on a baking sheet. Season with a little olive oil, and salt and pepper, to taste. Put on a rack about 1 or 2 inches from the heat, and cook, turning the vegetables once, until softened and slightly charred, about 5 to 10 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel the garlic and pull off the tops of the chiles. Add all the broiled ingredients to a blender along with the fresh cilantro and puree. Pour in 1/4 cup of chicken broth and blend to combine. Add more broth, if needed, for desired consistency.
- To make the chilaquiles: Pour about 1/3 cup vegetable oil into a large saute pan over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the tortillas, working in 2 or 3 batches, and cook until lightly browned and nearly crisp. Drain the tortillas on paper towels and discard the remaining oil. Wipe the pan with a paper towel.
- In the same pan, add the tomatillo salsa and bring to simmer over low heat. (Be careful because it may splatter. I used a splatter screen) Add the tortillas and cook until soft but not mushy, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Divide the mixture among 4 individual casserole dishes. Top with the cheese crumbles and onion rings. Drizzle with Mexican crema, sprinkle with some chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.9, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 1160.8, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 12.8, Protein 7.6
Tips:
- Prep your tomatillos: Roast the tomatillos in the oven until they are charred and softened. This adds a smoky, roasted flavor to the salsa.
- Use fresh corn tortillas: Fresh corn tortillas will give your chilaquiles a better texture than store-bought tortillas.
- Cut the tortillas into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the tortillas in batches so that they have room to crisp up.
- Use a flavorful cheese: A good melting cheese, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or queso Oaxaca, will give your chilaquiles a gooey, cheesy texture.
- Add your favorite toppings: Serve your chilaquiles with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, or a fried egg.
Conclusion:
Chilaquiles with Roasted Tomatillos is a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The roasted tomatillos give the salsa a smoky, roasted flavor that pairs perfectly with the crispy tortillas and melted cheese. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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