Sizzling Steak Nachos

Ingredients

• 1 pound sirloin steak, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0 salt and black pepper, to taste
• 10 ounces tortilla chips
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced
• 1/4 cup red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup guacamole
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Method

1. 1

   Pat the sliced steak dry and season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. 2

   Heat the vegetable oil in a 9-inch skillet over high heat until shimmering.

   2:00 · heat skillet
3. 3

   Add the steak in a single layer and sear, turning once, until browned and cooked to desired doneness, about 3 to 4 minutes total.

   3:00 · sear steak
4. 4

   Transfer the steak to a plate and let rest 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.

   5:00 · rest steak
5. 5

   Preheat the broiler to high and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.

6. 6

   Spread the tortilla chips in a single even layer across the baking sheet.

7. 7

   Scatter the seared steak, black beans, and half of the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the chips.

8. 8

   Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top to cover the chips and toppings.

9. 9

   Broil until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling, 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.

   2:00 · broil nachos
10. 10

    Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, pickled jalapeños, and red onion.

11. 11

    Dollop with sour cream and guacamole, then sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

12. 12

    Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.