Chilaquiles with Poached Eggs and Sausage: Desayuno Para Dos!

I became introduced to this breakfast dish about 3 years ago when I stayed in Cancun for a week. The hotel I was staying at, had this as an option for breakfast every day...so every day I ate them!Tortillas-- typically corn, fried with onions until crispy and drenched in enchilada verde sauce....topped with whatever you want...yes please!



 

 

 

 

2 Whole Wheat tortillas, cut into slices

1/4 Onion, thinly sliced

1/2 Cup Enchilada Verde sauce (I used leftovers from the enchilada bake I made this week)

2 Sausage Patties, (I use the frozen kind, cause they are easy)

2 Eggs, Separated into 2 cups

2 Tsps. White Vinegar

1/2 Cup Shredded Cheese (I used Mexican 4-Cheese Blend)

Salt

Pepper

Salsa

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

 

First, start the sausage patties--- just cook them (unthawed) over medium heat in frying pan. They typically take about 10 minutes.

 

Second, start the chilaquiles: Add oil to a large frying pan and bring to medium heat. Add the tortilla strips and stir them around until they start to get crispy. The oil cooks off fast, so you may need to add more, here and there. Throw in the onions and sauté until everything is golden!

 

While the tortilla strips and onions are cooking- start the poached eggs. In a medium frying pan, fill halfway with water (about 2 inches) and add vinegar (it helps the yolks set) and a few dashes of salt. Bring the water to a boil and slowly pour the eggs in from their individual cups. Immediately cover with lid and remove from heat. Let sit for 4-5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs and set aside. If you want to see this through pictures- see an easy how-to-poach-an-egg.

 

At this point, add the enchilada sauce to the tortilla and onions and stir until warm.  Put on plate.

The sausage should be done at this point- so dab off excess oil with a paper towel and put on top of chilaquiles. The eggs should be set, add on top and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with salsa-- and sliced avocado if you like!

 

Super delicious- filling breakfast. Especially awesome when enjoyed outside on a beautiful day!

-E