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Nachos with Cheese Sauce

Cultural Context

Nachos originated in Mexico, specifically in the border town of Piedras Negras, where they were created by Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya in the 1940s. This dish has become a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine, often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer at parties and gatherings. Today, nachos are celebrated worldwide, with countless variations featuring different toppings and cheese sauces, making them a versatile and beloved dish.

MexicanMXappetizer
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup corn flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
salt to taste
water as needed
2 tablespoons butter
4 slices cheese

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheddar lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: banana peppers

💰Cheaper: pickled jalapeños

Banana peppers are milder and can be more affordable.

monterey jack cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: colby cheese

Colby cheese offers similar melting qualities at a lower price.

1

Take a bowl and add 1 cup corn flour.

2

Add 1/2 cup all-purpose flour to the bowl.

3

Mix in 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder for flavor and color.

4

Add salt according to taste and mix all the ingredients well.

5

Gradually add water to form a smooth dough and cover it.

6

Let the dough rest for about 30 minutes.

7

Prepare a seasoning mix in a separate bowl with 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala, and mix well.

8

Roll out the rested dough as thin as possible using a rolling pin.

9

Cut the rolled dough into square shapes and then into strips.

10

Make small cuts on the strips to prevent puffing while frying.

11

Heat oil in a pan and fry the nacho strips on medium heat until they are golden and crispy.

12

Once fried, place the nachos in a bowl and immediately sprinkle the seasoning mix over them while they are hot.

13

In a saucepan, add 2 tablespoons of butter and some milk.

14

Add 4 slices of cheese to the saucepan and mix until melted, cooking on low heat until a thick sauce forms.

15

Serve the nachos hot with cheese dip or salsa.

Cooking Techniques

meltingbaking

Equipment Needed

bowlrolling pinknifepansaucepan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cheesy NachosNachos con Queso
Local Name: nachos con queso

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