Description
Savor hearty layers of flavor in this epic beef nacho supreme that blends zesty Mexican-inspired ingredients with crispy tortilla chips. Bold spices and melted cheese create a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for game day gatherings or casual weekend dinners you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 large bag (12 oz / 340 g) tortilla chips
- 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet (1 oz / 28 g) taco seasoning mix
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
- ½ cup (125 ml) salsa
Optional Toppings:
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 1 cup (150 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 avocado, diced or mashed
- ¼ cup (30 g) sliced black olives
- ¼ cup (30 g) jalapenos, sliced
- ¼ cup (25 g) chopped green onions
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Hot sauce, to taste
Instructions
- Ignite a skillet over medium heat, introducing a splash of olive oil. Crumble ground beef into the pan, methodically breaking it apart while cooking until the meat transforms into a rich, caramel-brown hue. Eliminate excess grease and infuse the beef with robust taco seasoning, salt, and pepper, allowing the flavors to harmonize for an additional minute.
- Calibrate the oven to 375F (190C). Artfully arrange tortilla chips across a baking sheet, creating a crisp, uniform foundation that will serve as the canvas for your nacho masterpiece.
- Cascade the seasoned beef evenly across the chip landscape. Lavishly blanket the surface with a mosaic of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, ensuring complete coverage of the beef and chips.
- Slide the nacho creation into the preheated oven, allowing the cheese to melt into a golden, bubbling river that binds the ingredients together. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese reaches peak molten perfection.
- Extract the nachos and immediately adorn with a vibrant constellation of diced red onion, ripe tomatoes, briny black olives, and fiery jalapenos. Sprinkle fresh cilantro for a burst of herbaceous brightness that elevates the entire dish.
- Present the nachos alongside generous dollops of cool sour cream, creamy guacamole, and zesty salsa. These accompanying sauces provide a harmonious counterpoint to the rich, spicy nacho ensemble, creating a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Layer chips strategically to ensure even cheese and beef coverage, preventing soggy spots underneath.
- Use lean ground beef (90/10) to reduce excess grease and create a healthier nacho base without sacrificing flavor.
- Consider swapping beef for shredded chicken or plant-based protein to accommodate different dietary preferences and nutritional needs.
- Toast spices in skillet before adding meat to intensify taco seasoning’s robust flavor profile and create deeper taste dimensions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 730
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg