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Dive into the smoky, savory world of our Smoky Fiesta Pulled Pork Nachos! This dish is a delightful blend of tender, flavorful pulled pork, melted cheese, and crispy nachos, topped with an array of vibrant, fresh toppings. It's the perfect dish for game day, a family gathering, or just a fun, indulgent meal at home.

Dive into the smoky, savory world of our Smoky Fiesta Pulled Pork Nachos! This dish is a delightful blend of tender, flavorful pulled pork, melted cheese, and crispy nachos, topped with an array of vibrant, fresh toppings. It's the perfect dish for game day, a family gathering, or just a fun, indulgent meal at home. Preparation and Cooking Times Preparation Time: 20 minutes (excluding pulled pork preparation) Cooking Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings and Serving Size Yields 6 servings Serving Size: 1 loaded plate Nutritional Information (per serving) Calories: 520 kcal Total Fat: 28g Saturated Fat: 12g Cholesterol: 90mg Sodium: 820mg Total Carbohydrates: 40g Dietary Fiber: 3g Sugars: 5g Protein: 28g Ingredients Pulled pork (pre-cooked) - 500 grams (17.6 ounces) Tortilla chips - 1 large bag (about 400 grams or 14 ounces) Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, shredded - 300 grams (10.6 ounces) Black beans, rinsed and drained - 1 can (15 ounces) Jalapeños, sliced - 2 Red onion, finely chopped - 1 small Fresh cilantro, chopped - for garnish Sour cream - for serving Guacamole - for serving Salsa - for serving Lime wedges - for serving Detailed Method of Preparation Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread tortilla chips in an even layer on a large baking sheet. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the chips. Evenly distribute the pulled pork and black beans over the cheese. Add the remaining cheese and top with sliced jalapeños and red onion. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with sides of sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and lime wedges. Tips for Culinary Success For extra flavor, warm the pulled pork with some barbecue sauce before adding it to the nachos. Layering the cheese both under and over the toppings helps to bind the nachos together. Serve immediately after baking for the best texture. Feel free to customize with additional toppings like diced tomatoes, corn, or a drizzle of hot sauce. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Can I make these nachos with chicken instead of pork? Absolutely, shredded chicken makes a great substitute. How can I keep the nachos from getting soggy? Serve immediately after baking, and avoid overly wet toppings. Can I prepare these nachos in advance? It's best to assemble and bake them just before serving to maintain the crispiness of the chips. Your Smoky Fiesta Pulled Pork Nachos are ready to be devoured! This dish isn't just a meal; it's a celebration of flavors and textures that's sure to be a hit at any gathering. So, gather your friends and family, grab a plate, and enjoy this irresistibly delicious fiesta in every bite!


Preparation and Cooking Times

  • Preparation Time: 20 minutes (excluding pulled pork preparation)
  • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings and Serving Size

  • Yields 6 servings
  • Serving Size: 1 loaded plate

Nutritional Information (per serving)

  • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Total Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 5g
  • Protein: 28g

Ingredients

  • Pulled pork (pre-cooked) - 500 grams (17.6 ounces)
  • Tortilla chips - 1 large bag (about 400 grams or 14 ounces)
  • Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, shredded - 300 grams (10.6 ounces)
  • Black beans, rinsed and drained - 1 can (15 ounces)
  • Jalapeños, sliced - 2
  • Red onion, finely chopped - 1 small
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped - for garnish
  • Sour cream - for serving
  • Guacamole - for serving
  • Salsa - for serving
  • Lime wedges - for serving

Detailed Method of Preparation

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Spread tortilla chips in an even layer on a large baking sheet.
  3. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the chips.
  4. Evenly distribute the pulled pork and black beans over the cheese.
  5. Add the remaining cheese and top with sliced jalapeños and red onion.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro.
  8. Serve with sides of sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and lime wedges.

Tips for Culinary Success

  • For extra flavor, warm the pulled pork with some barbecue sauce before adding it to the nachos.
  • Layering the cheese both under and over the toppings helps to bind the nachos together.
  • Serve immediately after baking for the best texture.
  • Feel free to customize with additional toppings like diced tomatoes, corn, or a drizzle of hot sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I make these nachos with chicken instead of pork?

Absolutely, shredded chicken makes a great substitute.

How can I keep the nachos from getting soggy?

Serve immediately after baking, and avoid overly wet toppings.

Can I prepare these nachos in advance?

It's best to assemble and bake them just before serving to maintain the crispiness of the chips.


Your Smoky Fiesta Pulled Pork Nachos are ready to be devoured! This dish isn't just a meal; it's a celebration of flavors and textures that's sure to be a hit at any gathering. So, gather your friends and family, grab a plate, and enjoy this irresistibly delicious fiesta in every bite!


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