Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsStella's LoungeMeathead Nachos (g) Recipe

Meathead Nachos (g) Recipe

Inspired by Stella's Lounge
Time30m
Serves4

Tortilla chips covered with chili beef, spicy queso, pico, cilantro lime sour cream, pickled jalapeños, and a cilantro garnish.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat.

  2. 2

    Season the Beef

    Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the beef. Stir well and cook for an additional 5 minutes until spices are fragrant.

  3. 3

    Make Cilantro Lime Sour Cream

    In a small bowl, mix sour cream, lime juice, and chopped cilantro until well combined. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Nachos

    On a large serving platter, layer the tortilla chips. Top with the seasoned ground beef, spicy queso, diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and pickled jalapeños.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Drizzle the cilantro lime sour cream over the nachos and sprinkle with additional chopped cilantro for garnish.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately while the nachos are warm and enjoy!

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