Description
New Mexico Style Stacked Red Enchiladas are a traditional dish made with soft corn tortillas layered with red chile sauce, cheese, and topped with a fried egg, offering bold and earthy Southwestern flavors.
Ingredients
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups New Mexico red chile sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- Salt to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Warm the red chile sauce in a saucepan over low heat.
- Lightly heat tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable.
- Place one tortilla on a plate and spread with red chile sauce.
- Sprinkle cheese and a little chopped onion on top.
- Add another tortilla and repeat layers, finishing with sauce and cheese.
- Repeat to make four stacked enchiladas.
- In a skillet, heat oil and fry eggs sunny-side up.
- Place one fried egg on top of each stack.
- Serve immediately with optional toppings.
Notes
- Authentic New Mexico red chile sauce is essential for true flavor.
- Enchiladas are stacked, not rolled, in traditional New Mexico style.
- Can be made without eggs if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: New Mexican