Cheddar, avocado and ground beef nachos, perfect for a party!

Ingredients

• 7 oz tortilla chips
• 5.5 oz grated cheddar cheese

The meat:

• 1 drizzle of olive oil
• 1/2 white onion
• 3.5 oz minced meat (beef in this case)
• 1 clove garlic
• salt
• pepper
• smoked paprika
• Cayenne pepper

Guacamole:

• 1 avocado
• 1 tablespoon chopped white onion
• 1/2 lime (juice)
• salt
• pepper
• smoked paprika
• Cayenne pepper
• fresh coriander

Vegetables:

• 1 tomato
• 1/2 red onion
• 1/2 lime (juice)

Toppings:

• 1 jalapeño (fresh or pickled)
• fresh coriander

Materials

• garlic press
• frying pan
• spatula
• knife
• chopping board
• parchment paper

Preparation

• Drizzle olive oil into a hot pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion pieces. Fry for 1-2 minutes.
• Add the ground meat, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (season to taste) and crushed garlic. Cook for a few minutes, until the meat is cooked through.
  
• Mash an avocado, then add the chopped onion pieces, lime juice, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, Cayenne pepper (season to taste) and mix well.
  Finally, add the coriander (to taste) and mix again.
• Spread the tortilla chips on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Cover with grated cheddar and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
  
• Dice the tomato and red onion, then mix with the lime juice.
  Chop the jalapeño and remove the coriander leaves.
• Arrange the nachos on a serving platter, then add the minced meat on top, the brunoise vegetables, a few spoonfuls of guacamole, slices of jalapeño and coriander leaves.
  
• Pick up the cheese-covered tortilla chips, dip them into the toppings and dig in!

Observations

How do you bake nachos to perfection without burning them?
For best results, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the nachos covered with grated cheddar for around 10 minutes, keeping an eye on them to prevent the cheese from burning.
If you prefer gooey cheese, you can add a little grated mozzarella. You can melt the cheese separately and pour it over the chips.

What are the nutritional benefits of avocado in guacamole?
Avocado is rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals, making it a nutritious ingredient that adds creaminess and balance to your guacamole.

How do I adjust the spiciness of this nacho recipe?
You can adjust the heat by adding more or less cayenne pepper and smoked paprika to the meat and guacamole, and by choosing a fresh or pickled jalapeño to suit your spice tolerance.

Can this recipe be prepared in advance for a party?
Yes, you can prepare the ground meat, guacamole and finely diced vegetables in advance, then assemble and bake the nachos just before serving to keep them fresh and crisp.

What sides or drinks do you recommend with these loaded nachos?
These nachos pair perfectly with a light beer, a fruity white wine or a margarita, and can be served with a fresh salad to balance out the meal.

Can these nachos be made vegetarian?
You can use plant-based ground meat in this recipe, or leave out this topping!

Are these nachos gluten-free?
Make sure your packet of tortilla chips is gluten-free, as the rest of the ingredients are gluten-free!

What if I don't like coriander?
You can leave it out with no problem!

Feel free to adapt the recipe to your own tastes!

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