Loaded Shrimp & Beef Nachos 

Ingredients

For the Nachos

• 1 large bag tortilla chips (regular, spicy, or Doritos-style)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or mozzarella)
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Sour cream or nacho cheese (optional)

For the Shrimp

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Juice of 1/2 lime (optional)

For the Seasoned Beef

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup water (for simmering)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
3. Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Add 1/4 cup water and let it simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened.
5. Remove from heat.

2. Cook the Shrimp

1. Season shrimp with paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high.
3. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
4. Optional: squeeze fresh lime juice over the shrimp.

3. Assemble the Nachos

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Spread tortilla chips on a large oven-safe platter or baking sheet.
3. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
4. Add seasoned beef evenly over the chips.
5. Bake for 5–7 minutes until cheese is melted.

4. Add the Toppings

Top the warm nachos with:

• Cooked shrimp
• Diced tomatoes
• Red onions
• Jalapeños
• Sour cream or nacho cheese (optional)
• Fresh cilantro