Blackstone Loaded Nachos
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (canned or fresh)
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Optional: sliced green onions, hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the Blackstone Griddle:
- Heat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat.
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Add the ground beef to the hot griddle. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked beef, add water, and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the seasoning is well incorporated.
- Prepare the Nachos Base:
- Spread a layer of tortilla chips on the griddle.
- Add Toppings:
- Evenly distribute the seasoned ground beef over the tortilla chips.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the beef.
- Add black beans, corn, black olives, and pickled jalapeños.
- Melt the Cheese:
- Close the lid of the griddle or cover the nachos with a large dome lid to melt the cheese. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Final Touches:
- Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the nachos from the griddle.
- Sprinkle diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro over the nachos.
- Serve:
- Serve the nachos with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on the side.
- Optionally, garnish with sliced green onions and a drizzle of hot sauce.
Tips
- Protein Alternatives: Substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or shredded pork.
- Cheese Variations: Use a blend of cheeses like pepper jack, queso fresco, or cotija for different flavor profiles.
- Vegetarian Option: Omit the ground beef and load up on extra beans, corn, and veggies.
Enjoy your Blackstone Loaded Nachos!
