Crispy tortilla chips topped with spiced beef, melted cheese, beans, and fresh garnishes for easy sharing.
# What you need:
→ Beef Mixture
01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tbsp chili powder
05 - 1 tsp ground cumin
06 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - ¼ tsp black pepper
09 - ½ cup water
→ Nachos Toppings
10 - 10 oz sturdy tortilla chips
11 - 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
12 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
13 - 1 medium tomato, diced
14 - ½ cup pickled jalapeño slices
15 - ½ cup sliced black olives (optional)
16 - ½ cup sour cream
17 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - 1 medium avocado, diced (optional)
19 - 2 green onions, sliced
# How to make it:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef, breaking up lumps, until browned, approximately 5 minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
04 - Incorporate chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pour in water and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until liquid mostly evaporates. Remove from heat.
05 - Evenly spread tortilla chips across the prepared sheet pan. Distribute seasoned beef over chips, then layer black beans and top with shredded cheese.
06 - Place the pan in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
07 - Remove nachos from oven and immediately scatter diced tomato, pickled jalapeños, sliced black olives, green onions, cilantro, and diced avocado if desired.
08 - Drizzle sour cream on top or serve on the side, and serve hot directly from the pan.
