Description
Sizzling Beef Nachos bring Mexican street flavor straight to kitchen tables with crispy tortilla chips layered in savory seasoned ground beef. Melted cheese, fresh jalapeños, and zesty salsa create a quick crowd-pleasing meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Vegetable Ingredients:
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup (240 grams) diced tomatoes
- ½ cup (75 grams) chopped green onions
- ½ cup (60 grams) sliced jalapeños
Nacho Assembly Ingredients:
- Tortilla chips
- 2 cups (226 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) water
Instructions
- Sizzle onions in olive oil over medium heat until translucent. Incorporate minced garlic and ground beef, cooking until meat browns completely. Eliminate excess grease, then introduce taco seasoning with water. Allow mixture to reduce and thicken, creating a robust flavor profile.
- Heat oven to 375°F. Arrange tortilla chips across a large baking sheet in an even layer. Distribute seasoned beef uniformly, ensuring comprehensive chip coverage. Cascade shredded cheddar cheese over meat, creating a melty foundation. Strategically scatter black beans, diced tomatoes, and jalapeños across the surface.
- Slide baking sheet into preheated oven. Monitor nachos closely, baking until cheese transforms into a golden, bubbling blanket, approximately 10-15 minutes. Watch edges to prevent burning.
- Remove from oven and immediately garnish with freshly chopped green onions. Artfully place sour cream dollops across the surface. Sprinkle fresh cilantro for vibrant color and additional flavor complexity.
- Transfer nachos to a communal serving platter. Accompany with salsa or guacamole for enhanced dipping enjoyment. Serve immediately while cheese remains molten and chips crisp.
Notes
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent soggy nachos and ensure crispy chip texture.
- Select sturdy, thick tortilla chips that can handle the weight of toppings without breaking.
- Layer ingredients strategically by placing cheese under meat to create a protective barrier and prevent chips from getting soft.
- Consider alternative protein options like ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for dietary flexibility and healthier variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg