chilaquiles

American

[chee-luh-kee-lays] / ˌtʃi ləˈki leɪs /

plural noun

Mexican Cooking. pieces or strips of corn tortilla that are fried, then simmered in a spicy sauce, topped with a layer of cheese and sometimes other ingredients, and served with eggs or shredded chicken.

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This season it’s red cabbage, which I’ve shaved into rice bowls, sushi bowls, chilaquiles and quick slaws.

From Salon • Mar. 9, 2026

The sprawling menu offers breakfast, lunch and dinner items, from chilaquiles to tortas and enchiladas.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 6, 2023

Over chilaquiles at Homegirl Café, Carrillo explained her mixed feelings about De León’s sanctuary law, which doesn’t cover every Californian who is vulnerable to deportation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2023

To me, chilaquiles are the ultimate breakfast food.

From Salon • May 18, 2022

I rolled my eyes at Mom and shoved a forkful of chilaquiles into my mouth to prove her wrong, immediately regretting it.

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez

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