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homemade fried nachos with colorful toppings

These homemade fried nachos are extra crispy and loaded with colorful toppings like melted cheese, fresh tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, guacamole, and sour cream. They’re quick to make and perfect for parties, game nights, or a fun snack at home.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast, brunch, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Nachos
  • 8 small corn tortillas or plain tortilla chips
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or melted cheese sauce
  • 1 medium tomato diced
  • 1/4 cup white onion diced
  • 1 jalapeño sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup guacamole
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Optional: fresh lime wedges

Method
 

How to Make Fried Nachos
  1. Cut Tortillas: Cut corn tortillas into triangles or strips.
  2. Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan. Heat to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Fry Tortillas: Add tortilla pieces in small batches. Fry for 1–2 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. Drain and Salt: Remove and place on paper towels. Sprinkle salt while hot.
Add Colorful Toppings
  1. Melt Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar over hot nachos or drizzle warm cheese sauce.
  2. Add Fresh Veggies: Top with diced tomato, diced onion, and sliced jalapeño.
  3. Garnish and Serve: Add a spoonful of guacamole and sour cream on top. Sprinkle chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges if you like!