Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMrs. Potato RestaurantFresh Crab Nachos Recipe

Fresh Crab Nachos Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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

Method

Prepare the Nacho Base

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare Chips

    Spread the corn tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the chips and sprinkle with salt. Toss gently to coat.

  3. 3

    Bake Chips

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, until the chips are golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.

Prepare the Crab Mixture

  1. 4

    Mix Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, cream cheese, sour cream, green onions, lemon juice, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.

Assemble Nachos

  1. 5

    Layer Nachos

    On the baked tortilla chips, spread the crab mixture evenly over the top.

  2. 6

    Add Cheese

    Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the crab mixture.

  3. 7

    Bake Again

    Return the nachos to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Garnish and Serve

  1. 8

    Add Toppings

    Remove nachos from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, and diced avocado.

  2. 9

    Serve Immediately

    Serve the fresh crab nachos immediately while hot and enjoy!

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