Spur-style nachos are a beloved South African favorite, known for their cheesy, saucy, and flavorful toppings. Whether you’re craving a snack for a casual movie night or an appetizer for a gathering, these nachos are sure to please. This recipe will guide you through making Spur-style nachos at home, so you can enjoy the taste of your favorite restaurant right in your own kitchen.
Spur-Style Nachos Recipe
Spur is a popular South African restaurant chain known for its delicious nachos. This recipe aims to recreate the flavors of Spur-style nachos with all the cheesy, savory, and spicy goodness you'd expect. Enjoy these nachos as a snack or appetizer.
Equipment
- small
- whisk
- baking sheet
- oven
Ingredients
- tortilla chips
- cheddar cheese
- pickled jalapenos
- olive
- onion
- tomatoes
- cilantro
- cooking spray
- butter
- all purpose flour
- milk
- salt and pepper
- mayonnaise
- tomato ketchup
- Worcestershire sauce
- white vinegar
- garlic powder
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until it forms a smooth paste and starts to turn slightly golden.
- Gradually whisk in the milk to create a smooth mixture. Continue to cook and whisk until the mixture thickens, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the grated cheddar cheese, cream cheese, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, tomato ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, white vinegar, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your preference. Set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).Arrange the tortilla chips on an oven-safe platter or baking sheet in an even layer.
- Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the tortilla chips.Scatter the sliced pickled jalapeños and black olives over the cheese.
- Place the platter or baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the nachos are heated through.
- Remove the nachos from the oven.Sprinkle diced tomatoes, diced red onions, and chopped fresh cilantro (if using) evenly over the hot nachos.
- Drizzle the prepared cheese sauce and Spur-style sauce over the nachos. You can use a squeeze bottle for a decorative drizzle.
- Serve the Spur-style nachos immediately while they're hot and gooey.Grab a chip and savor the delicious blend of cheesy goodness and zesty sauces.
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Notes
- You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer jalapeños and cayenne pepper.
- Customize the toppings to your liking by adding items like diced bell peppers, green onions, or cooked ground beef.
- To make it extra indulgent, you can also add dollops of sour cream or guacamole as additional toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 600g
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