Lisa Lee
@lisalee
Spicy Shrimp and Jalapeno Nachos
These Spicy Shrimp and Jalapeno Nachos are a delicious and vibrant appetizer, perfect for parties or game day. Topped with succulent shrimp, fresh jalapenos, and melted pepperjack cheese, they are drizzled with a creamy avocado sauce for an extra kick of flavor.
Details
- Cuisine:mexican
- Meal Type:snack
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:party
- Ingredients:14
- Views:6
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time5 min.
- Total time30 min.
- Servings15
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2, peeled and pitted
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 pound, thawed and drained
- 1 tablespoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- to taste
- to taste
- 1 pinch, or to taste
- 50, or as needed
- 2, seeded and very thinly sliced
- 3 1/2 cups, or as needed
- 15, sliced, or as needed
- 1/4 cup, chopped
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Spicy Shrimp and Jalapeno Nachos.
Step 1
To create a delicious avocado-cream sauce, start by blending together sour cream, ripe avocado, and fresh lemon juice in a blender or food processor.
Step 2
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, then transfer it into a plastic decorating bottle with a long tip.
Step 3
Pop it in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the rest of your dish.
Step 4
Next, take your shrimp and toss them in a bowl with a drizzle of vegetable oil, ground chipotle pepper, salt, black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Step 5
Make sure each shrimp is evenly coated with the flavorful spices.
Step 6
Heat a large nonstick pan over high heat and add the shrimp in a single layer.
Step 7
Cook them for about a minute on each side, just until they turn a lovely pink and are barely cooked through.
Step 8
Once done, remove the shrimp from the pan and let them cool on a plate.
Step 9
Now, it’s time to preheat your oven’s broiler.
Step 10
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and give it a light grease to prevent sticking.
Step 11
Arrange your tortilla chips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, and for each chip, place one shrimp, a slice of jalapeno, and a generous pinch of shredded pepperjack cheese on top.
Step 12
Broil the nachos under the preheated broiler for about a minute, keeping a close eye on them to ensure the cheese melts perfectly and the chips get a nice golden toast without burning.
Step 13
Once they’re ready, carefully transfer the nachos to a serving platter.
Step 14
Drizzle your chilled avocado-cream sauce over the top, and finish with a sprinkle of sliced cherry tomatoes and chopped cilantro for a burst of color and flavor.
Step 15
Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors!.