
Peruvian-Style Aji Amarillo Chilaquiles
A fusion twist using spicy yellow Peruvian pepper sauce and red onions.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
30 min
Servings
3
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Corn tortilla chips (thick-cut)
- 0.5 cup Aji Amarillo paste
- 1 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1.5 cups Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Evaporated milk
- 0.5 cup Queso Fresco, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 large Eggs, fried sunny-side up(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté half of the red onions until translucent.
- 2
Add the minced garlic and Aji Amarillo paste to the skillet, stirring constantly for 2 minutes to release the aromatics.
- 3
Whisk in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 4
Stir in the evaporated milk to create a creamy, golden sauce and season with salt to taste.
- 5
Gently fold in the tortilla chips, coating them thoroughly in the sauce until they reach your desired level of softness.
- 6
Remove from heat immediately to prevent the chips from becoming overly mushy.
- 7
Top the dish with the remaining raw red onions, crumbled queso fresco, and fresh cilantro.
- 8
Serve immediately, topped with a fried egg if desired for a traditional breakfast finish.
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