Southern Surf & Turf Nachos

Southern Surf & Turf Nachos

 

πŸ“ Ingredients

  • 1 large bag tortilla chips (thick & sturdy preferred)
  • 250 g (1 cup) ground beef
  • 250 g (1 cup) shrimp, peeled & deveined 🍀
  • 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)

πŸ‘‰ Optional upgrades (HIGHLY recommended πŸ”₯):

  • JalapeΓ±os 🌢️
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Sour cream
  • Green onions
  • Avocado

πŸ‘¨‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Season & Cook the Beef

  • Heat a pan over medium heat
  • Cook ground beef with salt, pepper, paprika
  • Cook until browned and slightly crispy
    πŸ‘‰ Pro tip: let it caramelize a bit = more flavor

2️⃣ Perfect the Shrimp

  • In another pan, melt butter + garlic
  • Add shrimp + Cajun seasoning
  • Cook 1–2 min per side only
    πŸ‘‰ Golden edges = πŸ”₯, 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

πŸ‘‰ 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

🍽️ Result

  • Crispy chips (not soggy ❌)
  • Juicy shrimp (not rubbery ❌)
  • Balanced cheese (not overload ❌)
  • Flavor in every layer πŸ”₯

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