1-Prepare and toast or fry tortillas: Getting started with Chilaquiles Verdes begins with gathering your ingredients and following easy steps for a tasty outcome. First, prepare the tortillas by cutting them into 5 cm pieces, lightly coating with oil, and sprinkling with salt. Arrange on a baking sheet and toast in a 150°C oven for 15 to 20 minutes until browned, then let cool; alternatively, fry the tortilla pieces in oil until crisp.

2-Roast vegetables for sauce: Next, for the sauce, preheat the oven to 175°C and lightly coat green tomatoes, onion, garlic, and serrano chilies with about 1 tablespoon of oil, sprinkle with salt, and spread on a baking sheet. Roast until the tomatoes soften and the ingredients develop slight charring. Roasting adds depth of flavor, as mentioned in our tips, so don’t skip this step for the best taste.

3-Blend and cook sauce: Then, blend the roasted vegetables with cilantro and broth until smooth, heat an additional tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat, add the blended sauce, cook for about 10 minutes, and season to taste. When the sauce is hot, gently add the toasted tortilla chips and stir to coat them fully. Finally, serve immediately on a platter garnished with sliced onion, grated cheese, crema, and chopped cilantro, making it a quick meal ready in around 50 minutes.

4-Combine sauce with chips and garnish: Combine sauce with chips and garnish