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Easy Loaded Nachos

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Nachos Base

  • 2 packs tortilla chips (about 90 g each)
  • 500 g ground beef
  • 1 jar cheese dip (or 1–1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese)
  • Sweetcorn

Fresh Toppings

  • 1 avocado
  • 1 lime
  • Jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream (optional)

Taco Seasoning

  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp chili powder

Method
 

  1. Cook the Beef
    Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned.
    Add the taco seasoning and a small splash of water.
    Stir well and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until flavorful.
  2. Make the Pico de Gallo
    In a bowl, combine:
    -diced tomato
    -diced onion
    -chopped cilantro
    Add lime juice, salt, and pepper, then mix well.
    Set aside.
  3. Prepare the Avocado
    Mash the avocado with a squeeze of lime juice and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
  4. Assemble the Nachos
    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
    Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a baking tray or oven-safe dish.
    Top with:
    -cooked beef
    -sweetcorn
    -cheese dip or shredded cheese
  5. Bake
    Bake for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Add Toppings
    Remove from the oven and top with:
    -fresh pico de gallo
    -jalapeños
    -mashed avocado
    -sour cream (optional)
  7. Serve
    Serve immediately while hot, crispy, and loaded with toppings.

Notes

  • Use thick tortilla chips so they hold toppings without getting soggy.
  • Always add fresh toppings after baking for best texture and flavor.
  • Adjust spice level with extra jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • Add black beans for extra protein and texture.