Skirt Steak Nachos

Skirt Steak Nachos

Ingredients
• 1–1.5 lb skirt steak
• 1 bag sturdy tortilla chips
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Oaxaca, or Mexican blend)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 jalapeño, sliced
• 1 cup grilled onions & peppers (optional but ��)
• 1 avocado or guac
• Sour cream or crema
• Fresh cilantro
Steak Marinade - Marinate 30 minutes (minimum) – 4 hours
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt + black pepper
Instructions
1. Get grill or griddle ripping hot
2. Cook skirt steak 2–3 min per side (medium rare = best)
3. Rest 5–10 min
4. Slice thin against the grain
Build the Nachos
1. Layer chips on a sheet pan or griddle-safe tray
2. Add cheese first (foundation layer)
3. Scatter sliced steak evenly
4. Add onions, jalapeños, peppers
Melt Time
• Grill indirect heat 3–5 min
• Oven at 400°F until cheese bubbles
Post-dust (optional)
 Diced avocado or guac
 Sour cream drizzle
 Cilantro
 Extra lime squeeze
 Seasoning

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