Restaurant-Style Nachos at Home

Crispy homemade tortilla chips loaded with flavorful ground beef, refried beans, melted cheese, and fresh toppings. A perfect snack or party dish!

Ingredients

For the Chips:

🌮 6 flour tortillas

🛢️ Vegetable oil (for frying)

🧂 Salt (to taste)

For the Beef:

🥩 1 lb ground beef

🧄 1 tsp garlic powder

🧅 1 tsp onion powder

🌶️ 1 tsp paprika

🌿 1 tsp cumin

🌶️ 1 tsp chili powder

🧂 1/2 tsp salt

⚫ 1/2 tsp black pepper

💧 1/2 cup water

For the Refried Beans:

🫘 1 cup canned refried beans

💧 2 tbsp water

For the Toppings:

🧀 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

🍅 1/2 cup diced tomatoes

🌿 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

⚫ 1/4 cup sliced black olives

🥄 1/4 cup sour cream

🟩 1/4 cup diced green onions

Equipment

• Large frying pan

• Cutting board and knife

• Skillet

• Spatula

• Mixing bowls

• Slotted spoon

Prep Time

• 15 minutes

Calories & Macros (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~450 kcal

• Protein: ~25g

• Carbs: ~40g

• Fat: ~20g

Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Tortilla Chips:

• Cut tortillas into triangles.

• Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

• Fry tortilla pieces until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side.

• Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with salt.

2️⃣ Cook the Ground Beef:

• In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.

• Drain excess grease, then add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

• Pour in water and let simmer for 5 minutes.

3️⃣ Warm the Refried Beans:

• In a small saucepan, mix refried beans with water and heat until smooth.

4️⃣ Assemble the Nachos:

• Arrange fried tortilla chips on a large plate.

• Spread refried beans and seasoned ground beef over the chips.

• Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.

5️⃣ Melt the Cheese:

• Microwave for 30 seconds or place under a broiler until cheese is melted.

6️⃣ Add Fresh Toppings:

• Garnish with diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sliced black olives, green onions, and a dollop of sour cream.

Cooking and Serving Tips

• Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.

• Cheese Choice: Use queso or nacho cheese for a creamier texture.

• Protein Swap: Try shredded chicken or ground turkey instead of beef.

• Make Ahead: Fry tortilla chips in advance and store in an airtight container.

Enjoy your homemade Restaurant-Style Nachos! 🎉

Mrs Bakers Kitchen

Restaurant-Style Nachos at Home