Description
Indulge in a fiesta of flavors with these irresistible carnitas nachos! Crispy tortilla chips are piled high with tender, slow-cooked carnitas, melted cheese, and vibrant toppings that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for game days or cozy nights, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked carnitas
- 8 oz sturdy tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup guacamole (optional)
Instructions
- Slow-cook pork shoulder seasoned with cumin and garlic for 6-8 hours until fork-tender.
- Spread tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the chips.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Layer warm carnitas, jalapeños, sour cream, cilantro, and guacamole on top.
- Enjoy while warm and melty!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg