Grain Free Chilaquiles

Grain-Free Chilaquiles offers a creative twist on the classic Mexican dish, making it suitable for those following a grain-free or gluten-free diet.

In other words, instead of using traditional corn tortillas, this version swaps in crispy, flavorful grain-free Siete Tortillas. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, Grain-Free Chilaquiles will entice your taste buds and satisfy any craving for Mexican-inspired comfort food without grains.

Grain-Free Chilaquiles Ingredients

For the Chilaquiles

• Guajillo Chiles
• Arbol Chiles
• Roma Tomato
• White Onion
• Garlic Clove
• Mineral Salt
• Vegetable Stock
• Siete Tortillas

Optional Toppings

• Cojita Cheese
• Cilantro
• Siete Sauce
• Fried Egg (for those without egg allergies)

Creating the Chilaquiles Sauce

1. First, in a medium saucepan, add the chiles and cover them with water.
2. Next, bring the chiles to a boil, pop a lid on the pot, and remove it from the heat. Allow the chiles to soak in the hot water for 10 minutes.
3. Then, using a slotted spoon, remove the chiles and place them into a blender.
4. Next, add the vegetable stock, tomato, garlic, onion, and salt. Blend the mixture until it is completely smooth.
   • Note: If the mixture is not smooth, push it through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
5. Finally, set the sauce aside.

Add the Chiles, Cover with Water, and Bring It to a Boil

Let the Chiles Soak for 10 Minutes

Remove the Soaked Chiles and Place Them in a Blender; Add Veggies

Blend the Mixture Until Smooth; Strain with a Cheesecloth

Assembling the Grain-Free Chilaquiles

1. First, heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Next, in batches add the grain-free tortillas and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until crispy. Transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat the process with the remaining tortillas.
3. Then, cut the grain-free tortillas into fourths.
4. Next, pour the chile sauce into another skillet and heat over medium heat for 3-4 minutes.
5. Then, turn the heat off and add the crispy tortilla “chips”. Gently toss the chips to coat.
6. Finally, the Chilaquiles are ready to serve!

Add the Grain-Free Tortillas to a Pre-Heated Nonstick Skillet

Place Cooked Grain-Free Tortillas on a Plate; Break Them Into Fourths

Toss the Grain-Free Tortilla “Chips” Into the Heated Sauce

Serving the Grain-Free Chilaquiles

1. First, place the tortilla chips with the chile sauce on a plate.
2. Next, add the chopped cilantro, Cojita cheese, and Siete Creamy Botana sauce.
3. Finally, serve immediately and enjoy!

Storing the Grain-Free Chilaquiles

Grain-Free Chilaquiles are delicious and eaten the day they’re made. Furthermore, I’d recommend heating the tortillas or using Siete or store-bought chips on the day you’d like to enjoy the leftovers.

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Grain-Free Chilaquiles

Yield: 2 Servings

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Additional Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Grain-Free Chilaquiles offers a creative twist on the classic Mexican dish, making it suitable for those following a grain-free or gluten-free diet.

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Ingredients

For the Grain-Free Chilaquiles

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• 8 Guajillo Chiles, Stemmed and Seeded
• 2 Arbol Chiles, Stemmed and Seeded
• 1 Roma Tomato
• 1/2 White Onion, Peeled
• 2 Garlic Clove, Smashed
• 1/2 tsp. Mineral Salt
• 1/2 c. Vegetable Stock
• 1/2 c. Vegetable Stock
• 4-6 Siete Tortillas

For the Toppings

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• Cojita Cheese, Crumbled
• Cilantro
• Siete Sauce
• Fried Egg (for those without egg allergies)

Instructions

Creating the Chilaquiles Sauce

1. First, in a medium saucepan, add the chiles and cover them with water.
2. Next, bring the chiles to a boil, pop a lid on the pot, and remove it from the heat. Allow the chiles to soak in the hot water for 10 minutes.
3. Then, using a slotted spoon, remove the chiles and place them into a blender.
4. Next, add the vegetable stock, tomato, garlic, onion, and salt. Blend the mixture until it is completely smooth. (Note: If the mixture is not smooth, push it through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth).
5. Finally, set the sauce aside.

Assembling the Grain-Free Chilaquiles

1. First, heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Next, in batches add the grain-free tortillas and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until crispy. Transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat the frying process with the remaining tortillas.
3. Then, cut the grain-free tortillas into fourths.
4. Next, pour the chile sauce into another skillet and heat over medium heat for 3-4 minutes.
5. Then, turn the heat off and add the crispy tortilla "chips". Gently toss the chips to coat.
6. Finally, the Chilaquiles are ready to serve!

Serving the Grain-Free Chilaquiles

1. First, place the tortilla chips with the chile sauce on a plate.
2. Next, add the chopped cilantro, Cojita cheese, and Siete Creamy Botana sauce.
3. Finally, serve immediately and enjoy!

Storing the Grain-Free Chilaquiles

Grain-Free Chilaquiles are delicious and eaten the day they're made. Furthermore, I'd recommend heating the tortillas or using Siete or store-bought chips on the day you'd like to enjoy the leftovers.