In Mexico, if someone invites you to a "traditional Mexican breakfast," nothing beats a hot plate of delicious chilaquiles. It is one of the most beloved breakfast dishes in Mexico, and it is gaining popularity with more Mexican and Latin American restaurants opening in other countries.
You might be wondering "What are chilaquiles?" Chilaquiles are a breakfast dish consisting of crispy tortilla chips covered in sauce and topped with crumbled cheese and Mexican cream. The sauces used to coat the chips can vary, but the two most popular are red sauce and green sauce.
You may encounter some spicy chilaquiles, but generally, the level of spiciness of the sauce is low, especially when ordered at large restaurant chains and hotels. Even if they’re too hot for your taste, the spiciness can be cooled down by adding a little more Mexican cream on top.
So, how are chilaquiles served? If not served alone, chilaquiles are usually accompanied by refried beans and perhaps some slices of avocado. As mentioned earlier, they are topped with cream and crumbled cheese.
When it comes to additional proteins, you can generally choose between shredded chicken or a fried egg. So, if you go to a restaurant for breakfast in Mexico, they will usually ask you what type of chilaquiles you want (red or green) and what protein you’d like (chicken or eggs)... Now you know how to order chilaquiles in Mexico!
