The Chilaquil meme originated in 2017 when a Facebook user shared a photo of a wolf-dog hybrid, prompting Clemente Miranda to respond with a photo of 'Chilaquil.' Miranda humorously claimed the dog was a cross between two fearsome breeds only found in Mexico, though the dog was actually a stray named Murci from Chile. The dog's unique underbite and intense expression quickly captured the hearts of the internet, turning Chilaquil into a symbol of the underdog who looks tough but is inherently lovable. Today, the meme is used to represent relatability in awkward situations or to poke fun at exaggerated claims of toughness.