Crispy Tortilla Chips with Salsa (Print Version)

Crispy tortillas simmered in salsa, topped with fried eggs and fresh garnishes for a hearty morning meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tortillas & Oil

01 - 6 small corn tortillas, cut into triangles
02 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil for frying

→ Salsa

03 - 1 cup store-bought or homemade salsa verde or roja

→ Eggs

04 - 2 large eggs

→ Toppings

05 - 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta
06 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
08 - 1/2 avocado, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
10 - Salt and pepper to taste
11 - Optional: sliced jalapeños, radishes, cooked shredded chicken or beans

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tortilla triangles in batches until golden and crisp, about 1-2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and lightly season with salt.
02 - Remove excess oil from skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Reduce heat to medium and add salsa. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
03 - Add crispy tortilla chips to salsa, tossing gently to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes until chips are well coated but still retain some crunch.
04 - In a separate nonstick skillet, fry eggs to preferred doneness (sunny side up is traditional; whites set, yolks runny). Season with salt and pepper.
05 - Divide salsa-coated chips between two plates. Top each with a fried egg. Garnish with crumbled cheese, red onion, cilantro, avocado, and a drizzle of sour cream. Add any optional toppings as desired.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • The contrast between crispy chips and tender salsa coated ones creates this incredible texture that keeps every bite interesting
  • Its the kind of breakfast that feels like a hug but also wakes you up completely
02 -
  • Dont let the chips sit in the salsa too long or they'll turn into mush entirely
  • Work quickly once you start assembling—this dish waits for no one
03 -
  • Fry your chips in the morning and keep them in a warm oven until ready to use
  • Have all your toppings prepped before you start cooking the eggs
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