Best Ever BBQ Nachos

 

There’s nothing quite like a big plate of BBQ nachos when away on a summer holiday. Gathering around a plate of nachos, digging in together, and maybe even engaging in a friendly tug-of-war over that extra crispy chip brings people together – it’s casual, it’s fun, and most of all they’re totally delicious!

There’s just something about the tasty, cheesy, crunchy goodness that makes nachos an absolute family favourite. Cooking them on the BBQ gives a wonderful flavour and if you prepare the toppings in advance they’re really easy to throw together and cook just about anywhere, you can even cook them on top of your camp fire if you have a heavy cast iron pan.

To make the nachos into a hearty meal I used the ‘Best Ever Vegetarian Mince‘ recipe that is on our blog. I took out the nutmeg, cinnamon and mustard and added Mexican seasoning instead. Top with black beans, grated cheese, chopped spring onions and serve with a dollop of sour cream and you have the best ever BBQ nachos – perfect for Kiwi summer entertaining.

Kiwi BBQ Nachos

1.5 cups Best Ever Vegetarian Mince
1 packet taco seasoning mixed in 1/2 cup water
1 can black beans, drained
1 large bag plain corn chips
2 cups grated cheese or Angel Food diary free cheese
3 medium spring onions, thinly sliced

Once cooked serve topped with sour cream or mock sour cream, guacamole if you have it and diced jalapeños for a spicy kick.

First of all make the vegetarian mince and replace the nutmeg, cinnamon and mustard with taco seasoning mixed in water. You can also use store bought vegetarian mince mixed with pasta sauce and the taco seasoning. Or just use taco seasoning mixed in a little water and add to pasta sauce.

Next assemble nachos on two trays with sides so they don’t fall off.  Place the corn chips over the trays, then drizzle/spoon over the vegetarian mince and beans (I did one tray without beans for fussy eaters). Next cover with a generous amount of grated cheese and sprinkle over half the spring onions.

Place on the grill of your BBQ and cook for around 4-5 minutes on medium heat, then move up to the top rack and close the lid for a further 3-4 minutes until well melted, keep an eye on your nachos as you do this.

If using a camp fire you’ll need to have heavy cast iron trays or pans and the timing will vary, watch them as you’re cooking them and you’ll easily see when they’re done, you may need to use foil on the top to melt the cheese.

Once done serve your delicious nachos topped with the suggestions above or create your own toppings. Complete the meal with a fresh green salad.