Fresh Crab Nachos Recipe
Make Fresh Crab Nachos Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Nacho Base
Crab Topping
Garnishes
Method
Preparation of Nacho Base
- 1
Prepare Tortilla Chips
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet.
- 2
Add Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the tortilla chips.
Making the Crab Topping
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix the fresh crab meat, cream cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
Assembling Nachos
- 4
Bake Nachos
Place the baking sheet with the tortilla chips and cheese in the preheated oven. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 5
Add Crab Topping
Remove the nachos from the oven and carefully spoon the crab topping over the melted cheese.
- 6
Final Bake
Return the nachos to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to heat the crab topping.
Garnishing
- 7
Add Garnishes
Remove nachos from the oven and top with sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, and avocado slices.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately while still warm, with extra lime wedges on the side if desired.
