A platter of crispy chips loaded with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and vibrant fresh toppings ready to enjoy.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef Mixture
01 - 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - ½ cup water
→ Nachos Assembly
10 - 10 ounces 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
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, about five minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about two to three minutes.
04 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add water and simmer until most liquid evaporates, three to four minutes. Remove from heat.
05 - Spread tortilla chips evenly across the prepared sheet pan.
06 - Distribute cooked beef evenly over the chips, then sprinkle black beans and top with shredded cheese.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for eight to ten minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
08 - Remove from oven and immediately top with diced tomato, pickled jalapeños, black olives (if using), sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and diced avocado (if using).
09 - Drizzle sour cream over the top or serve on the side as a garnish.
10 - Serve directly from the pan while hot.
