Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos
Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos layer juicy, well-seasoned steak over crisp tortilla chips with creamy mashed pinto beans and a rich Cheddar–Jack melt. Fresh tomatoes, avocado, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and cool swirls of sour cream add brightness and heat in every bite. Great for game day spreads, casual dinners, or sharing at parties.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves16
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 8 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 22
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 40
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
To cook the steak: Season both sides of the steak with salt and peppers. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the steak, turning occasionally, to medium doneness, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted in the center should register 135 to 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Transfer the steak to a bowl and let it rest.
- 2
Pour a splash of water into the skillet and stir to loosen the browned bits and deglaze the pan. Pour this liquid over the meat. Allow the meat to cool completely.
- 3
When the meat is completely cool, slice it thickly (about 1/2 inch) with the grain, then cut into thinner strips. Dice by cutting into pieces against the grain. Transfer the chopped steak back to the bowl and toss with the pan drippings.
- 4
To make the beans: Melt bacon fat in a pot over medium heat. Add the onion and a pinch of salt; cook and stir until softened, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in oregano. Add the pinto beans and water. Return to a simmer and cook until the onions are soft, about 5 more minutes. Reduce the heat to low.
- 5
Mash the beans with a potato masher to your preferred consistency. Add more liquid if needed to reach your desired texture. Add the remaining salt to taste. Remove from the heat.
- 6
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- 7
To assemble the nachos: Spread tortilla chips about 2 or 3 layers deep in a heat-proof pan. (You may need more than one pan.) Top the chips with spoonfuls of beans and a generous handful of steak pieces. Sprinkle with grated cheese.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and the edges begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
- 9
Scatter tomato, avocado, onion, and jalapeño over the top. Drizzle the nachos with sour cream and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Calories 500.39 kcal High 25%
- Protein 27.75 g Good Source 56%
- Carbohydrate 34.65 g 13%
- Total Fat 29.41 g High 38%
- Saturated Fat 12.18 g High 61%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 80.84 mg High 27%
- Sodium 866.66 mg High 38%
- Dietary Fiber 5.62 g Good Source 20%
- Total Sugars 2.56 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 371.98 mg Good Source 29%
- Iron 2.23 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 536.05 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin A 46.75 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 6.92 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.3 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos is a Tex Mex appetizer recipe made with 19 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 16, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Avocado, Bacon Fat, Black Pepper, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 500.39 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 19 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner or lunch or snack.
- What is Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado, Bacon Fat, Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Chipotle Powder. The full list of 19 is above.
- What goes well with Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos?
- Explore these Tex-Mex side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos?
- About 55 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 500.39 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 19 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos healthy?
- Ultimate Loaded Steak Nachos has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 500.39 calories and 27.75 g of protein, or 56% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 866.66 mg (38% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.18 g (61% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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