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Crispy Nachos with Cheesy Chorizo Queso and Refried Bean Dip

Crispy Nachos with Cheesy Chorizo Queso and Refried Bean Dip

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Mimi Morley
Mimi MorleyUpdated on March 29, 2026
Calories
873 kcal
Protein
39.7g protein
Total
20 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Milk
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

6

Plain Taco Tortillas

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

2

Garlic Clove

30

Monterey Jack Cheese

30

Red Leicester

(Contains: Milk)

½

Green Chilli

1

Red Kidney Beans

90

Diced Chorizo

1

Central American Style Spice Mix

30

Tomato Puree

10

Chicken Stock Paste

150

Soured Cream

(Contains: Milk)

Not included in your delivery

75

Water for the Beans

Energy (kcal)873 kcal
Energy (kJ)3652 kJ
Fat45 g
of which saturates23.1 g
Carbohydrate71.6 g
of which sugars10 g
Protein39.7 g
Salt5.8 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Baking Tray
Sieve
Garlic Press
Grater
Kitchen Shears
Bowl
Grill Pan
Measuring Cups

Instructions

Get Prepped
1

a) Preheat your oven to 200°C. Using some scissors, cut each taco into eight triangles. b) Place the chips on a baking tray in a single layer and drizzle over some oil. Season with salt and pepper (use a second tray if needed). c) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). d) Grate the cheeses and thinly slice the green chilli. e) Drain and rinse the kidney beans in a sieve. f) Bake the taco triangles on the top shelf of your oven until golden, 4-5 mins. TIP: Keep an eye on them to make sure they don't burn. e) Remove from your oven and set aside

Bean Time
2

a) Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat. b) Add the chorizo and fry until it starts to brown, 3-4 mins. Transfer the chorizo to a bowl and pop your pan back on medium-high heat. c) Add the Central American style spice mix, tomato puree and half the garlic to the pan and stir-fry for 1 min, then pour in the water for the beans, add the chicken stock paste and kidney beans. d) Mash the beans in the pan with a masher, bring to the boil and simmer until thickened, 3-4 mins. e) Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and wash out your pan.

Queso Time
3

a) Add the soured cream to your pan along with the remaining garlic and pop onto medium heat. b) Bring to the boil and then remove from the heat and add the cheeses. c) Stir vigorously to melt the cheese, season with salt and pepper. d) Transfer the queso sauce to a serving bowl and sprinkle over the chorizo and chilli. e) Serve the chips with the 2 dips and enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: The chorizo queso was particularly delicious, with many finding the overall dish tasty and enjoyable.
  • Ease of prep: Customers found the recipe easy to make, with the homemade tortilla chips and cheese sauce being surprisingly simple.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding jalapeños for extra heat, or cooking the chillies with the chorizo for a milder flavour.
  • Portions: This dish works well as a filling starter, side dish, or even a light meal for sharing.
  • Versatility: Some successfully adapted the recipe, swapping chorizo for vegetarian alternatives like veggie bacon.
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