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Chilaquiles with Blistered Tomatillo Salsa and Eggs

This vibrant vegetarian dish offers a smoky, sophisticated twist on traditional chilaquiles. By grilling fresh tomatillos, jalapeños, and white onions until beautifully blistered, you create a deep, zesty salsa that perfectly coats the golden corn tortilla crisps. The contrast between the softened crisps and the sharp lime juice makes for an incredibly satisfying meal, whether cooked over an open campfire or a standard kitchen hob.

Ideal for a hearty weekend brunch or a casual sharing dinner, these chilaquiles are elevated with protein-rich black beans and topped with crispy fried eggs. The addition of cool Greek yoghurt and salty ricotta salata provides a refreshing balance to the heat of the chillies. Serve this one-pan wonder straight to the table with plenty of fresh coriander and an extra dash of hot sauce for a truly authentic flavour.

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Ingredients for Chilaquiles with Blistered Tomatillo Salsa and Eggs

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for grill

  • 900g tomatillos (about 20 medium), husks removed, rinsed

  • 2 jalapeños

  • 1 large white onion, quartered through root end

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 (425g) can black beans, rinsed

  • 1 (275g) bag yellow corn tortilla crisps

  • 80g plain Greek yoghurt

  • 60g ricotta salata (salted dry ricotta), crumbled

  • Hot sauce and coriander leaves

Prepare campfire for medium-high heat; lightly oil grate. Grill tomatillos and jalapeños, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and beginning to collapse, 8–10 minutes; transfer to a cutting board.

Meanwhile, grill onion, turning occasionally, until charred and beginning to soften, 10–12 minutes; transfer to cutting board with charred tomatillos and jalapeños.

Finely chop tomatillos, chillies, and onion and transfer to a large skillet. Add lime juice and toss to combine; season salsa with salt and pepper. Set aside (keep in skillet).

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in another large skillet on camp stove over medium-high. Crack eggs into skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, rotating skillet occasionally, until whites are golden brown and crisp at the edges and set around the yolk (which should still be runny), about 2 minutes.

Heat reserved salsa on camp stove over medium just to warm through. Mix in black beans and tortilla crisps and cook, tossing and adding up to 60ml water if needed to loosen, until chips are just softened, about 3 minutes.

Serve chilaquiles in skillet topped with eggs, dollops of yoghurt, ricotta salata, hot sauce, and coriander.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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