Ingredients and Weight:
- Pulled pork: 2 lbs
- Corn tortillas: 1 lb
- Salsa roja: 1 cup
- Salsa verde: 1 cup
- Shredded cheese: 1 cup
- Onion, diced: 1/2 cup
- Cilantro, chopped: 1/4 cup
- Lime juice: 2 tbsp
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Tear or cut the tortillas into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the tortilla pieces and fry for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Add the pulled pork, salsa roja, salsa verde, and shredded cheese to the skillet. Stir well.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Stir in the diced onion and cilantro.
- Squeeze the lime juice over the chilaquiles.
Nutritional Information:
Serving size: 1 cup
Calories: 350
Fat: 15g
Saturated fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 40mg
Sodium: 450mg
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 10g
Protein: 15g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful with a balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors
- Crispy tortilla pieces coated in a rich pork and salsa sauce
- Textural contrast between the crispy tortillas and tender pulled pork
- Easy to make and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal
User Comments:
- "These chilaquiles are absolutely delicious! The pulled pork is so tender and the salsa is bursting with flavor."
- "This dish is a great way to use up leftover pulled pork. It's so easy to make and my whole family loves it."
- "I love the crunch of the crispy tortillas and the gooey melted cheese. This is my new favorite comfort food."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have any pulled pork on hand, you can use leftover roasted pork or shredded barbecue pork.
- To make the chilaquiles spicier, add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Serve the chilaquiles with additional toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or pico de gallo.
