Nachos Recipe
House-made chips topped with our signature nacho cheese sauce and a side of pickled jalapeños.
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Ingredients
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Chips
Nacho Cheese Sauce
Toppings
Method
Chips
- 1
Prepare the Tortillas
Cut the corn tortillas into wedges, forming triangles.
- 2
Fry the Chips
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Carefully add a handful of tortilla wedges to the hot oil. Fry until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining tortilla wedges.
Nacho Cheese Sauce
- 3
- 4
Add Milk and Cheese
Slowly whisk in the milk, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Add the cheddar cheese and monterey jack cheese, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Stir in the jalapeño juice, salt, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Mix well and let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, until thickened. Remove from heat.
Assembly
- 6
Serve the Nachos
On a large platter, arrange the fried tortilla chips in an even layer. Drizzle the nacho cheese sauce generously over the chips. Top with pickled jalapeños to taste. Serve immediately.
