Ultimate Nachos with Beer-Braised Carnitas
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 hrs 20 mins
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Total Time
10 hrs 50 mins
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Servings
12 servings
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Calories
834 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Ultimate Nachos with Beer-Braised Carnitas
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A fantastic guide to creating the best nachos - use the beer-braised carnitas or substitute your favorite meats, cheeses and beans.
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Ingredients
For the Beer-Braised Carnitas:
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1½ teaspoons cumin
- 1½ teaspoons onion powder
- 1½ teaspoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 to 5 pounds boneless pork shoulder roast trimmed
- 12 ounces beer
For the Nachos:
- 27 ounce bagged tortilla chips
- Beer-Braised Carnitas
- 30 ounce canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 large white onion chopped
- 24 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 24 ounces Monterey jack cheese shredded
For the Toppings/Garnishes:
- restaurant-style salsa
- pickled jalapenos
- guacamole
- sour cream
- fresh cilantro roughly chopped
Instructions
- Make the Beer-Braised Carnitas: In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, chili powder, garlic powder and black pepper; set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large cast iron skillet. Sear the pork roast on all sides until golden brown (about 2 minutes per side). Transfer the pork roast to a slow cooker and sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly all over, then pour the beer over the pork. Cook on low for 10 to 12 hours, turning and rotating the pork roast a couple of times if possible.
- Once finished cooking, shred the pork with two forks, then leave in the slow cooker on warm before serving. The carnitas can be made up to three days in advance. Reheat in a covered pot with ½ cup water, adding more water if needed to keep pork moist.
- Assemble & Bake the Nachos: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray two large rimmed baking sheets with non-stick cooking spray.
- Dividing evenly between the baking sheets, layer the tortilla chips, carnitas, black beans, onion and shredded cheese, repeating the layers twice more, gradually building up a mound in the center as you go. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- Nutritional values are based on one serving
Nutrition Information
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Calories
834kcal
(42%)
Carbohydrates
63g
(21%)
Protein
58g
(116%)
Fat
61g
(94%)
Saturated Fat
28g
(140%)
Cholesterol
174mg
(58%)
Sodium
1384mg
(58%)
Potassium
904mg
(26%)
Fiber
10g
(40%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
1325IU
(27%)
Vitamin C
2.4mg
(3%)
Calcium
989mg
(99%)
Iron
5.3mg
(29%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 834 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 834kcal | 42% |
| Carbohydrates | 63g | 21% |
| Protein | 58g | 116% |
| Fat | 61g | 94% |
| Saturated Fat | 28g | 140% |
| Cholesterol | 174mg | 58% |
| Sodium | 1384mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 904mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1325IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 2.4mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 989mg | 99% |
| Iron | 5.3mg | 29% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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