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15-Minute Skillet Entomatadas (The Lazy Weekend Brunch)

15-Minute Skillet Entomatadas (The Lazy Weekend Brunch)

When you want enchiladas on a Sunday morning but are absolutely not turning on the oven, we make entomatadas. We blend a smoky, chipotle-laced tomato sauce, "fry" it in the skillet so it builds depth instantly, and quickly simmer our corn tortillas right in the warm sauce. Top it all with a fried egg and a heavy hand of crema. This is maximum Oaxacan comfort with Brooklyn speed.

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Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
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easy
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Timeline

13 minutes
0m5m10m13m
Blend Salsa Base
2m
Simmer the Sauce
5m
Soften Tortillas
4m
Fry Eggs
3m
Bathe Tortillas
2m
Garnish and Serve

Ingredients

  • 1 15-oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes(Pantry Mode hero, but regular diced tomatoes work too)
  • 1/4 cup white onion, chopped(Plus a little extra for garnish if you like crunch)
  • 1 clove garlic(Peeled)
  • 1 whole chipotle in adobo(Add a teaspoon of the adobo sauce for extra smoke)
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt(Plus a pinch for the eggs)
  • 3 tbsp neutral oil (canola or grapeseed)(Divided use for frying the sauce and the tortillas)
  • 8 corn tortillas(The fresher the better)
  • 4 large eggs(For topping)
  • 1/4 cup Mexican crema(Or thinned sour cream)
  • 1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled(Cotija works beautifully too)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves(Roughly chopped)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a blender, combine 1 15-oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup white onion, chopped, 1 clove garlic, 1 whole chipotle in adobo (add a little adobo sauce if you want more kick!), and 1/2 tsp kosher salt. Blend until perfectly smooth. This is your quick flavor base.

    2 min

    Tip: Taste it—then decide. If you want more heat, add another chipotle now before cooking.

  2. 2

    Place a wide skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp neutral oil (canola or grapeseed). Once it shimmers, carefully pour in the blender puree. It will splatter—ándale, that means it is working! Lower the heat to medium and let it quickly simmer for about 5 minutes. Frying the sauce like this concentrates the flavor and turns a raw puree into a rich, velvety base.

    5 min

    Tip: Stir occasionally so the tomato doesn't scorch, just let it bubble and thicken.

  3. 3

    While the sauce simmers, heat the remaining 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or grapeseed) in a second nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pass 8 corn tortillas through the hot oil for about 10 seconds per side. You do not want them crispy, just pliable and sealed. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

    4 min

    Tip: Real life note: do not skip this step! If you just dip raw tortillas into the hot sauce, they will turn into mush. We want texture!

  4. 4

    In that same skillet, crack in 4 large eggs and fry them to your liking. I like a runny yolk to mix into the salsa. Hit them with a tiny pinch of salt.

    3 min

    Tip: Do this right before you dip the tortillas so the eggs stay warm.

  5. 5

    Reduce the salsa skillet to low heat. One by one, dip your softened tortillas into the warm, gently simmering sauce using tongs. Fold them in half, then in half again to make little triangles, and overlap them right in the pan. Let them simmer in the sauce for about 1 minute so they absorb all that smoky tomato goodness.

    2 min

    Tip: If the sauce reduced too much, add a splash of water to loosen it up before dipping.

  6. 6

    Turn off the heat. Top the saucy tortillas with your fried eggs. Drizzle aggressively with 1/4 cup Mexican crema, then scatter 1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled and 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves over the top. Serve immediately straight from the skillet. Taste it, swoon, and remember we are not suffering for breakfast today!

    1 min

    Tip: If you have a Mexican market nearby, look for real Oaxacan crema—it has a slight tang that cuts right through the smoky chipotle heat.

Chef's Notes

Entomatadas are the ultimate lazy weekend hack when you crave enchiladas but refuse to do the whole rolling-and-baking routine. The key here is the 'quick simmer' of the salsa—frying the blended tomatoes in hot oil transforms them from raw to roasted in under five minutes. Keep your heat realistic; one chipotle is perfect for a warm, family-friendly hum.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does 15-Minute Skillet Entomatadas (The Lazy Weekend Brunch) take to make?

15-Minute Skillet Entomatadas (The Lazy Weekend Brunch) takes about 15 minutes total. That includes 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking.

How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 2 servings.

What skill level is needed for 15-Minute Skillet Entomatadas (The Lazy Weekend Brunch)?

This recipe is rated easy — it's beginner-friendly and straightforward.

What ingredients do I need for 15-Minute Skillet Entomatadas (The Lazy Weekend Brunch)?

The main ingredients are: fire-roasted diced tomatoes, white onion, chopped, garlic, chipotle in adobo, kosher salt, neutral oil (canola or grapeseed), corn tortillas, eggs, Mexican crema, queso fresco, crumbled, fresh cilantro leaves.

What type of meal is 15-Minute Skillet Entomatadas (The Lazy Weekend Brunch)?

15-Minute Skillet Entomatadas (The Lazy Weekend Brunch) is categorized as: breakfast, lunch.