Brisket Nachos Recipe
Brisket nachos topped with cheese, jalapeños, and salsa
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Ingredients
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Brisket
Nachos
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Brisket
- 1
Cook the Brisket
If using leftover smoked brisket, shred it into bite-sized pieces. If cooking from scratch, smoke the brisket according to your preferred recipe until tender. This usually takes around 8-10 hours at low temperature.
- 2
Mix with Barbecue Sauce
In a bowl, mix the shredded brisket with the barbecue sauce until well combined. Set aside.
Assemble the Nachos
- 3
Layer the Tortilla Chips
On a large baking sheet or oven-safe dish, spread out the tortilla chips in an even layer.
- 4
Add Brisket
Evenly distribute the barbecue brisket over the tortilla chips, ensuring each chip gets topped.
- 5
Sprinkle Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the brisket, covering as much area as possible.
- 6
Add Jalapeños
Scatter the jalapeños over the cheese layer. You can adjust the amount based on your heat preference.
Bake the Nachos
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Bake
Place the assembled nachos in the oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
- 9
Top with Toppings
Once out of the oven, top with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and salsa as desired.
- 10
Serve Immediately
Serve the brisket nachos hot and enjoy!