Description
These Easy Cheesy Beef Nachos are a must-have appetizer, perfect for solo snacking or a party platter! Crunchy tortilla chips are loaded with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and your favorite toppings. Great for game nights, holidays, or casual gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
Seasonings:
- 1 1/2 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp oregano
- 1/2 tbsp paprika
- 1/2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce (see notes)
- 1 tsp sugar
Cheese & Toppings:
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar, shredded
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, shredded
- Tortilla chips
- Pickled jalapeños, for garnish
- Cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the Beef Mixture:
- Shred cheese and set aside (see notes).
- In a pan over medium heat, add a drizzle of oil and sauté onions for 30 seconds.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute before adding the ground beef.
- Break up any clumps and cook until halfway done, then add all seasonings except soy sauce and sugar. Stir well.
- Once the beef is fully cooked, add soy sauce and sugar, mix thoroughly, and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
2. Remove Excess Grease (Optional):
- Tilt the pan to let the grease collect to one side.
- Discard excess grease using a glass bowl or paper towel.
3. Melt the Cheese:
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add shredded cheddar & mozzarella.
- Cover the pan with a lid and let it melt for a few minutes.
- Once melted, remove the lid and turn off the heat.
4. Assemble the Nachos:
- Arrange tortilla chips on a serving plate.
- Gently slide the cheesy beef mixture over the chips.
- Garnish with pickled jalapeños and cilantro. Serve & enjoy!
Notes
- Cheese Tip: Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-packaged shredded cheese.
- Soy Sauce Alternative: Substitute with Worcestershire sauce for a different depth of flavor.
- Toppings: Customize with sour cream, guacamole, diced tomatoes, or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1020mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg