Irresistible Epic Nachos
About this recipe
Get ready to indulge in some seriously epic nachos! This recipe takes classic nachos to the next level with a hearty beef mixture, homemade tortilla chips, and plenty of gooey cheese. Perfect for a filling meal or a fun snack, these nachos are sure to impress anyone who digs in.
In this video from Smokin' & Grillin' with AB, you'll learn how to make your own tortilla chips and a flavorful beef topping that combines spices and fresh ingredients for a deliciously irresistible dish.
Ingredient notes
- Use 1 lb of ground beef for a hearty topping.
- If you want a bit of heat, add 1/2 cup of jalapenos, as suggested in the video.
Tips from Smokin' & Grillin with AB’s video
- Cut corn tortillas into triangles for homemade chips, ensuring they are evenly sized for consistent frying.
- Fry the tortilla pieces in batches at 355°F to avoid them sticking together, which helps achieve that perfect crispy texture.
- When cooking the beef, add minced garlic after browning to prevent it from burning, and mix in spices like chili powder and ground cinnamon for depth of flavor.
Good to know
- How many servings does this recipe yield?
- This recipe yields 4 servings.
- What is the total cooking time for this dish?
- The total cooking time is 30 minutes.
- What should I do to prevent the tortilla chips from sticking together while frying?
- Fry the tortilla pieces in batches to avoid sticking together.
- What ingredients are used for the beef mixture?
- The beef mixture includes ground beef, garlic, chili powder, ground cinnamon, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and diced onions.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Smokin' & Grillin with AB: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Cut corn tortillas into triangles for chips.
- 2
Heat oil in a deep pan to 355°F.
- 3
Fry tortilla pieces in batches to avoid sticking together until golden and crispy.
- 4
In a separate pan, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- 5
Add minced garlic to the beef and cook until fragrant.
- 6
Stir in chili powder and ground cinnamon, mixing well.
- 7
Add diced tomatoes and Worcestershire sauce to the beef mixture.
- 8
Incorporate mustard and diced onions into the mixture, stirring until combined.
- 9
Layer the fried tortilla chips on a plate and top with the beef mixture and jalapenos.
- 10
Drizzle nacho cheese over the top and serve hot.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantities for chili powder, ground cinnamon, and nacho cheese were inferred based on typical nacho recipes.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Smokin' & Grillin with AB’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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