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Mexican Nachos Baskets


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  • Author: recipesforcook
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Delightful blend of flavors with crunchy tortilla baskets filled with beef, chili beans, and topped with guacamole and sour cream.


Ingredients

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  • 420 grams canned Mexican chili beans
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 avocado, mashed
  • 1 tablespoon coriander leaves, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 250 grams premium beef mince
  • 250 grams taco sauce
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 200 grams tub guacamole to serve

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C.
  2. Heat the corn tortillas in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds until soft.
  3. Mold the tortillas into a Texas muffin pan to create baskets.
  4. Bake the tortillas for about 6 minutes until they are crisp and lightly golden.
  5. In a frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add onion and beef mince, cooking until browned.
  6. Stir in chili beans and taco sauce, cooking until heated through.
  7. Mash the avocado and mix with lime juice.
  8. Fill each tortilla basket with the beef mixture, then top with guacamole and sour cream.
  9. Garnish with coriander leaves if desired.

Notes

For the best flavor, use high-quality corn tortillas and consider customizing fillings to suit your taste.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 basket
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg