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Nachos

Cultural Context

Nachos originated in Mexico, specifically in the border town of Piedras Negras, Coahuila, during the 1940s. They were created by Ignacio 'Nacho' Anaya, who served them to American military wives. Over the years, nachos have evolved into a popular snack and party food, especially in the United States, where they are often served at sports events and gatherings.

MexicanMXappetizer
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 jitomates
media cebolla morada
4 chiles jalapeños FRESCOS
queso mozzarela o manchego rayado
Queso amarillo líquido o cremoso
cilantro al gusto
totopos para nachos

tortilla chips

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: homemade tortilla chips

Baked chips are lower in fat, while homemade can be made from cheaper tortillas.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese has fewer calories, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and higher in protein, while plain yogurt is often less expensive.

1

Prepare the pico de gallo by dicing the jitomates, cebolla morada, and chiles jalapeños. Mix them together with cilantro to taste.

2

Layer the totopos on a serving plate.

3

Sprinkle the grated queso mozzarela or manchego over the totopos.

4

Drizzle the queso amarillo líquido or cremoso over the top.

5

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

bakinglayering

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairycorn

Also Known As

Nacho platterCheesy nachos
Local Name: nachos

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