Beef Nachos with Jalapenos and Cheese (Print)
Crispy chips loaded with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and spicy jalapenos. Perfect for sharing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Meat
01 - 9 oz ground beef, 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1-2 fresh jalapenos, thinly sliced
05 - 2 tomatoes, diced
06 - 2 spring onions, sliced
→ Spices & Seasonings
07 - 1 tsp ground cumin
08 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
10 - 1/2 tsp salt
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Cheese
12 - 5 oz shredded cheddar cheese
13 - 3.5 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ Chips & Extras
14 - 7 oz tortilla chips
15 - 1/2 cup sour cream
16 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
17 - Lime wedges
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 3-4 minutes, breaking up with a spoon.
03 - Add onion and garlic; sauté until the onion is soft and beef is browned, about 3 more minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
04 - Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add half the jalapeno slices. Cook for 1-2 minutes for flavors to meld. Remove from heat.
05 - Spread tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet or ovenproof platter.
06 - Spoon the cooked beef mixture evenly over the chips.
07 - Sprinkle both cheeses generously over the beef and chips. Add remaining jalapeno slices on top.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbling.
09 - Remove from oven. Top with diced tomatoes, spring onions, and cilantro. Serve hot with sour cream and lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Ready in 30 minutes flat making it perfect for impromptu gatherings or weeknight cravings
- The beef seasoning blend is a game changer that elevates ordinary nachos into something memorable
- Customizable for any crowd from mild spice lovers to heat seekers
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- Draining excess fat from the beef prevents your chips from becoming greasy and soggy
- Serving immediately is non-negotiable as nachos lose their appeal quickly once they start cooling down
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- Use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded bags for better melting and smoother texture
- Layer some cheese between the chips and beef so every chip has cheese on both sides