Chilaquiles Rojos with Fried Eggs and Cotija

Name: Chilaquiles Rojos with Fried Eggs and Cotija
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds plum tomatoes (about 8 medium), halved lengthwise; 1 medium-size white onion, cut into 1-inch wedges; 2 dried chiles de árbol, stemmed and seeded; 5 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded; 1 dried chipotle chile, stemmed and seeded; 3 medium garlic cloves, unpeeled; 1 quart water; 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves and stems separated, divided; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 large eggs; 12 cups thick corn tortilla chips (such as Montes); 2 avocados, sliced; 8 ounces queso fresco, crumbled (about 2 cups); 1/2 cup Mexican crema, for serving

Instructions

Cook:50min

These chilaquiles rojos from chef Claudette Zepeda get deep flavor from charred tomatoes, onions, and dried chiles, finished with fried eggs and tangy Cotija cheese.

Updated at: Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:57:35 GMT