Description
Tachos, a delicious twist on classic nachos, use crispy baked tater tots as a base loaded with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and topped with fresh veggies, jalapeños, sour cream, and guacamole for a perfect party appetizer or game day snack.
Ingredients
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Tater Tots and Toppings
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional for extra gooeyness)
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup black olives (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup guacamole (optional)
- Salsa (optional for serving)
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Ground Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade taco seasoning)
- 1/2 cup water (for taco seasoning)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tater Tots: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake according to package instructions, approximately 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure they cook evenly and become golden brown and crispy.
- Cook the Ground Beef: While the tater tots bake, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes until the seasoning is absorbed and the beef is well coated. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Tachos: Once the tater tots are cooked, spread them on a large serving platter or baking sheet. Evenly distribute the seasoned ground beef over the tots. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese (if using) evenly on top.
- Melt the Cheese: Return the assembled platter or baking sheet to the oven. Bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.
- Top the Tachos: Remove from oven and immediately top with diced tomatoes, red onion, sliced jalapeños, black olives (if using), and sliced green onions. Add dollops of sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on top to enhance flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the finished nachos with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately while the cheese is gooey and the tater tots remain warm, ensuring the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute ground turkey for beef for a leaner option.
- Adjust jalapeño amounts based on your desired spice level.
- For a vegetarian version, use seasoned black beans or a meat substitute instead of ground beef.
- Adding extra cheese like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack adds different flavor profiles.
- Baking the tater tots directly on a baking rack over the sheet can increase crispiness.
