Birria Nachos
These birria nachos capture the viral food trend by topping crispy tortilla chips with shredded beef simmered in a flavorful chile sauce, and shredded cheese then broiled and served with some of the beef braising liquid for dipping.
Servings: 6
Calories: 211kcal
Ingredients
For the Birria Nachos
- 1 1/2 cups Shredded birria
- 1/2 cup beef consomme
- 1/3 cup Refried beans
- Tortilla Chips
- 3/4 cup Cheese use any kind of cheese you like. Mexican shredded cheese, cheddar, or monterey jack cheese.
Toppings
- Scallions diced
- Onion minced
- Avocado pitted and sliced
- Peppers stemmed seeded ands sliced
- Crema
Instructions
- First, preheat the broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Then, dip the birria in the reheated consume and allow it to simmer to heat the beef through.
- Next, layer beans on the bottom of the pan. Pile a layer of tortilla chips on top.
- Using tongs, pull shredded birria from the pan, letting drips run off. Top with cheese.
- Broil until cheese is browned and melted, 5 to 7 minutes, watching carefully. Top with scallions, peppers, and crema. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Add some fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and fresh pico de Gallo as zesty garnishes for your nachos.
- Store the beef and tortilla chips separately so they don't become soggy.
- Make the birria ahead of time so you can assemble your nachos right away.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 281mg | Potassium: 174mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 153IU | Calcium: 116mg | Iron: 1mg