Loaded Beef Nachos

These Loaded Beef Nachos are a surefire hit for any family gathering or party. With layers of crispy tortilla chips, savory ground beef, creamy queso, and fresh toppings, each bite is an explosion of flavor. Dive into this deliciously layered dish that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

Beef Mixture:
🥩 1 pound ground beef
🧅 1 small onion or 1/2 large onion, diced
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🍅 1 tomato, diced
🌮 4 tablespoons taco seasoning (or 2 packets)

Tortilla Chips:
🌽 20 white corn tortillas
🛢️ Oil for frying (vegetable, corn, or canola)
🧂 Flake salt

Queso:
🫒 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
🌶️ 1 jalapeño (seeds removed for milder heat)
🥛 2 cans evaporated milk (12 ounces each)
🍂 1/4 teaspoon cumin
🧀 8 oz pepper jack cheese, grated
🧀 8 oz cheddar cheese (or American cheese), grated

Toppings (all to taste):
🍅 Pico de gallo
🥑 Guacamole
🥄 Sour cream
🌶️ Jalapeño slices (pickled or fresh)

Instructions

1- Prepare the Ground Beef:

Heat a skillet over high heat, add the ground beef, and cook for about 10 minutes until browned.
Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté with the beef for an additional 2 minutes.
Stir in the diced tomato and taco seasoning, cover with a lid, and let cook for another 5 minutes. Set the mixture aside.

2- Make the Tortilla Chips:

Cut the corn tortillas into small triangle shapes.
Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large skillet. Deep fry the tortilla pieces until they are crispy and golden.
Remove from the oil and let drain on a wire rack or paper towels. Sprinkle with flake salt while still warm.

3- Prepare the Queso:

In a separate saucepan, heat 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil over high heat, add minced garlic and jalapeño, and sauté for about 1 minute.
Add the evaporated milk and cumin, stirring as you wait for the milk to warm.
Reduce heat to low and slowly add the grated cheeses, stirring occasionally, until the cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

4- Assemble the Nachos:

On a large serving platter, layer the tortilla chips first, followed by a layer of queso, then the seasoned beef. Add another layer of queso on top.
Finally, top with pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, and jalapeño slices as desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving
Proteins: 28g
Fats: 28g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Equipment: Skillet, deep fryer or large skillet, saucepan, wire rack