Craving an easy and delicious meal the whole family will love? Look no further than these Air Fryer Nachos With Pulled Pork! This tasty dish is bursting with savory flavor, plus it can be prepared in less than 30 minutes for a convenient weeknight dinner option.
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Why This Recipe Works
- Fast: Air Fryer Nachos Using Pulled Pork is ready in 30 minutes or less.
- Efficient: Perfectly cooked pulled pork with minimal effort.
- Tasty: Kid-friendly dish that's full of flavor.
- Versatile: This Air Fryer Nachos recipe goes great with many sides including Mango Avocado Salsa, Pineapple Mango Salsa or a Tasty Jalapeno Strawberry Salsa.
Pulled Pork Nachos Ingredients
- Shredded Pulled Pork: Provides a juicy, savory base for the nachos, adding a hearty touch that makes this dish truly satisfying.
- Taco Seasoning: Infuses the pulled pork with a burst of zesty, Mexican-inspired flavors, enhancing the overall taste profile of the nachos.
- Hot Sauce: Adds a fiery kick to these loaded nachos, providing a spicy contrast to the creamy cheese.
- Corn Tortilla Chips: Are the crunchy foundation of the nachos, offering a satisfying texture and a slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients.
- Nacho Cheese Sauce: Adds a creamy, tangy element to the nachos, coating the chips and pork in delicious, cheesy goodness.
- Shredded Cheese (Fiesta Blend): Melts under the heat of the air fryer, creating a gooey, cheesy layer that binds all the ingredients together.
- Black Beans (Cooked and Drained): Add a wholesome, earthy note to the nachos, providing extra protein and fiber.
- Pickled Jalapeños (Optional): Bring a tangy heat to the nachos, adding a burst of spicy acidity that cuts through the richness of the cheese and pork.
- Roma Tomato Diced: Adds a fresh, juicy element to the nachos, providing a bright contrast to the other, more robust flavors.
- Sour Cream: Offers a cool, creamy touch to the nachos, balancing out the heat of the hot sauce and jalapenos.
📖 Substitutions & Variations
- Vegetarian Nachos: Alternatively, if you want to make these vegetarian nachos, simply omit the meat and add more vegetables such as bell peppers, pinto beans (Refried Beans), and diced tomatoes.
- Meat Choice: If you don't have pulled pork, you can use carnitas, Shredded Chicken or ground beef.
🔪 How To Make Air Fryer Nachos With Pulled Pork
Step One: Add the pulled pork, taco seasoning, garlic powder, and hot sauce to an oven-safe bowl and mix.
Step Two: Place the bowl in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°f for 3 minutes.
Step Three: Add shop-bought or homemade tortilla chips to a 9” pie pan.
Step Four: Drizzle melted cheese sauce over all the chips.
Step Five: Top with shredded pork, bean, jalapeno peppers, and shredded cheese. Place pan in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°f for 5 minutes Until chips are extra crispy and cheeses are melted.
Step Six: Top your Air Fryer Nachos with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream. Enjoy!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Moisture Control: Before adding the pulled pork to your nachos, ensure it's not too wet to avoid soggy chips; a quick strain or pat down with a paper towel can help.
- Chip Choice Matters: Opt for thick, restaurant-style tortilla chips that can hold up to the weight of the toppings without breaking, ensuring a sturdy base for your nachos.
💭 FAQs
To keep your nachos crisp, ensure that toppings like barbecue sauce and sour cream are added after air frying. Distribute toppings evenly and avoid using too many liquid ingredients before cooking.
Yes, you can create homemade tortilla chips by cutting flour tortillas into triangles, brushing them with a bit of oil on each side, and air frying them in a single layer at 375°F (190°C) for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy
Popular toppings include diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, black beans, corn, olives, onions, and various cheeses like cheddar or Monterey Jack. After air frying, consider adding fresh ingredients such as cilantro, avocado, sour cream, or guacamole for added flavor and texture.
While it's best to assemble and cook nachos just before serving to maintain their crispness, you can prepare individual components ahead of time. Cook and shred the pulled pork, chop the vegetables, and grate the cheese in advance. When ready to serve, assemble the nachos and cook them in the air fryer as directed.
Store leftover air fryer nachos in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Remove perishable toppings like sour cream or guacamole before storing, adding them later to maintain freshness.
🧂Serving Suggestions
Here are my favorite sides to serve with Air Fryer Nachos:
- Mango Guacamole : Avocado mango guacamole goes great with nachos.
- Mango And Pineapple Salsa: Tangy mango chunks with red onion, jalapeños, and a kick of chili.
- Pico de Gallo: Classic tomato, onion, and cilantro salsa for a burst of freshness.
- Jalapeño Poppers: Creamy cheese-stuffed jalapeños, baked until golden.
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Air Fryer Nachos With Pulled Pork
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Pulled Pork
- 2 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1-2 Teaspoons Hot Sauce
- 4-5 Cups Tortilla Chips
- 1 Cup Nacho Cheese Sauce canned Ricos brand is the best.
- 1 Cup Cheese Shredded
- 1 Cup Black Beans Cooked And Drained
- 5-10 Pickled Jalapenos
- 1 Roma Tomato Diced
- ½ Cup Sour Cream
- 1 Stalk Green Onion
- 3-4 Sprigs Cilantro
Instructions
- Add the pulled pork, taco seasoning, garlic powder, and hot sauce to an oven-safe bowl and mix.
- Place the bowl in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°f for 3 minutes.
- Add shop-bought or homemade tortilla chips to a 9” pie pan.
- Drizzle melted cheese sauce over all the chips.
- Top with shredded pork, bean, jalapeno peppers, and shredded cheese.
- Place pan in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°f for 5 minutes Until chips are extra crispy and cheeses are melted.
- Top your Air Fryer Nachos with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream. Enjoy!
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