ground beef nachos
Delicious ground beef nachos are a perfect party snack or movie night treat. Layered with seasoned beef, cheese, and your favorite toppings, these nachos are a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 spatula
- 1 grater
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 oz)
- 12 oz tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (200g)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (150g)
- ½ cup sliced jalapeños optional
- ¼ cup black olives, sliced optional
- ¼ cup sour cream for serving
- ¼ cup salsa for serving
- chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain any excess grease if necessary, then stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water. Mix until combined and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- On a baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips in an even layer. Spoon the seasoned beef mixture evenly over the chips.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and black olives if using.
- Serve the nachos hot, with sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro on the side for dipping.
Notes
You can customize the toppings based on your preferences.
For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with black beans or lentils.
Serve with a side of guacamole for an extra treat. Enjoy your nachos!