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jamie oliver nachos copycat recipe
Sheila Browder

Jamie Oliver Nachos Recipe

When it comes to Jamie Oliver Nachos, there’s a range of delicious pairings that can elevate your experience beyond the crunchy tortilla chips.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 281

Ingredients
  

  • 1 x 400g can of black beans
  • 1 perfectly ripe avocado
  • 4 soft corn tortillas
  • 2 vibrant bell peppers mixed colours
  • 1 fresh red chili pepper
  • 3 juicy vine-ripened tomatoes
  • 1 small red onion finely diced
  • 6 green onions spring onions
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro
  • 2 zesty limes
  • A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon whole cumin seeds
  • Chipotle-flavoured Tabasco sauce
  • 20 g crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon of honey

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray

Method
 

  1. Start by preheating your oven to 200°C (about 400°F). A hot oven ensures your cheese gets bubbly and your chips stay crispy.
  2. While the oven is heating, chop all the vegetables. Dice the red onion, slice the bell peppers into thin strips, and chop the tomatoes. Don’t forget to slice the chili pepper, making sure to remove the seeds if you prefer less heat. Rinse the black beans and set them aside.
  3. On a large baking tray, lay out the corn tortillas in a single layer. You can either cut them into wedges or leave them whole. Start layering the toppings: sprinkle the black beans, diced onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes evenly over the tortillas.
  4. Now, sprinkle a generous amount of cheese over everything. You want to ensure adequate coverage so that every chip gets a bite of melty goodness.
  5. Place the tray in your preheated oven. Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly and the chips are crisp. Keep an eye on them!
  6. While the nachos are baking, make your toppings. Mash the avocado in a bowl, and add some lime juice, salt, and cumin seeds for flavor. This will be one luscious layer to drizzle on top.
  7. Once the nachos are out of the oven, drizzle with lime juice, top with generous scoops of the avocado mix, and add fresh cilantro. If you like, drizzle some honey for sweetness and a few shakes of chipotle Tabasco for heat.
  8. Serve these nachos immediately. They’re best enjoyed fresh from the oven while the cheese is still gooey. Gather your friends or family and dive in!

Nutrition

Calories: 281kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 7gFat: 7.8gSaturated Fat: 1.6gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 110mgFiber: 9gSugar: 26g

Notes

  • Use Quality Tortilla Chips: Look for chips made with simple ingredients. Authentic tortilla chips enhance the flavor and crunch.
  • Don’t Overload with Toppings: While it’s tempting to pile everything high, an overabundance can lead to soggy nachos. Keep it balanced.
  • Experiment with Cheeses: For added depth, mix different types of cheese like cheddar and monterey jack. This variety adds richness.
  • Don’t Skip the Cilantro: It’s more than a garnish. Cilantro adds freshness that cuts through the richness of cheese.
  • Serve Immediately: Nachos are best served hot. If you let them sit, they may lose their delightful crunch.

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