Just when you think Nachos can’t get any cooler, the folks over at my local bar go ahead and add tequila to them. I mean, really? Why would they do that to me? Because it’s delicious, that’s why. And today, I’ll share the Delectable Superbowl Nachos With Tequila recipe with you.
Cooking with alcohol packs a serious punch. Think about your favourite vodka sauce or even those cakes with wine. When paired with the right ingredients, it really elevates the flavour.
And what are Nachos without the overloaded flavours, right? Have a look at the fantastic recipe below.
Delectable Superbowl Nachos With Tequila Recipe
These superbowl nachos are going to be your next favourite snack. This comfort food is so effortless, but tastes to nice!
Ingredients
- ½ cup tequila
5 tablespoons olive oil - divided
2 cups sweet onion - chopped and divided
1 ½ pound ground beef (minced beef)
3 teaspoons kosher salt - divided
1 teaspoon ground black pepper - divided- 12 ounces pasilla cooking sauce - roasted
¾ cup beef stock (beef broth or beef bouillon) - low-sodium
2 cups cherry tomatoes - chopped
1 tablespoon jalapeño - chopped
¾ cup cilantro (coriander) - chopped and divided- 1 ½ cups of shredded queso Blanco
1 ½ cup pepper jack cheese - shredded
16 ounces tortilla chips
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 cup of onions, beef, 1 ½ teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of pepper. Cook for about 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add roasted pasilla cooking sauce and beef broth, stir and then cover. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer beef with all juices to a bowl and set aside.
- In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 cup of chopped onions, tequila, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of pepper. Cook for 4 minutes or until the tequila is reduced. Add tomatoes, jalapeño, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of pepper and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup of chopped cilantro. Set aside.
- In a bowl, combine cheeses. Grease 9×13-inch or 12-inch round baking dish. Layer 1/3 tortilla chips, 1/3 shredded cheese mixture, 1/3 beef mixture with juices and 1/3 tequila mixture with juices. Repeat 2 more times, making a total of 3 layers.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle top with remaining chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
Calories: 1825kcalCarbohydrates: 132gProtein: 68gFat: 112gSaturated Fat: 33gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gMonounsaturated Fat: 41gTrans Fat: 3gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 3088mgPotassium: 2963mgFiber: 30gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 31722IUVitamin C: 32mgCalcium: 841mgIron: 15mg
How did this recipe turn out for you?We’re eager to hear your thoughts!
