Shrimp Nachos Recipe
Bell peppers and onions.
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Ingredients
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Nachos Base
Shrimp Topping
Vegetable Topping
Garnish
Method
Prepare Shrimp
- 1
Sauté the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 2
Cook the Shrimp
Add the raw shrimp to the skillet. Season with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
Prepare Vegetables
- 3
Assemble Nachos
- 4
Layer the Nachos
On a large baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips evenly. Sprinkle the sautéed shrimp on top.
- 5
Add Cheese
Sprinkle both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese generously over the shrimp and chips.
- 6
Bake
- 7
Bake the Nachos
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
- 8
Add Garnishes
Remove nachos from the oven and let cool for a minute. Top with dollops of sour cream, sprinkle fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.
