Surf & Turf Nachos
Southern Surf & Turf Nachos
π Ingredients
- 1 large bag tortilla chips (thick & sturdy preferred)
- 250 g (1 cup) ground beef
- 250 g (1 cup) shrimp, peeled & deveined π€
- 1½ cups nacho cheese sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional)
π Optional upgrades (HIGHLY recommended π₯):
- JalapeΓ±os πΆ️
- Diced tomatoes
- Sour cream
- Green onions
- Avocado
π¨π³ Instructions
1️⃣ Season & Cook the Beef
- Heat a pan over medium heat
- Cook ground beef with salt, pepper, paprika
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Cook until browned and slightly crispy
π Pro tip: let it caramelize a bit = more flavor
2️⃣ Perfect the Shrimp
- In another pan, melt butter + garlic
- Add shrimp + Cajun seasoning
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Cook 1–2 min per side only
π Golden edges = π₯, overcooked = ❌
3️⃣ Build Smart Layers (GAME CHANGER)
- First layer: tortilla chips
- Add half beef + shrimp
- Drizzle cheese sauce lightly
- Add second layer of chips
- Repeat toppings
π This avoids dry chips and gives flavor in EVERY bite
4️⃣ Melt & Finish
- Add shredded cheddar on top
- Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 5–7 minutes
- Cheese should be melted, not dry
5️⃣ Final Touch (Restaurant Style)
- Drizzle extra warm cheese sauce
- Add parsley / green onions
- Optional: sour cream or avocado
π½️ Result
- Crispy chips (not soggy ❌)
- Juicy shrimp (not rubbery ❌)
- Balanced cheese (not overload ❌)
- Flavor in every layer π₯

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