Southern Shrimp Beef Nacho (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Fries

01 - 800 grams frozen French fries
02 - 15 milliliters olive oil or cooking spray (optional)

→ Proteins

03 - 450 grams lean ground beef
04 - 350 grams peeled and deveined shrimp

→ Seasonings

05 - 15 grams taco seasoning
06 - 0.5 grams paprika
07 - Salt to taste
08 - Black pepper to taste

→ Cheese

09 - 180 grams shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican cheese blend

→ Toppings

10 - 1 medium tomato, diced
11 - 40 grams finely chopped red onion
12 - Sliced jalapeños (optional)
13 - 15 grams chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
14 - Lime wedges for serving
15 - Sour cream for serving
16 - Nacho cheese sauce or salsa (optional)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven or air fryer according to frozen fries packaging. Arrange fries evenly and bake or air-fry until golden and crisp, about 20-25 minutes. Optionally, toss fresh fries with olive oil before cooking for extra crispiness.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season with taco seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until fully browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
03 - In the same skillet, add a splash of olive oil if needed. Lay shrimp in a single layer and season lightly with salt and pepper. Sear 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
04 - Spread cooked fries on a large oven-safe platter or baking sheet. Evenly distribute the seasoned ground beef and seared shrimp over the fries.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the layered fries and proteins. Place under a broiler or in a 200°C oven for 5-8 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - Top with diced tomato, chopped red onion, jalapeño slices if using, and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately with sour cream and lime wedges on the side.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - Serve loaded fries immediately to maintain crisp texture and prevent sogginess.
02 - Adjust spice by adding jalapeños or hot sauce to taste.
03 - Cook proteins ahead to reduce preparation time and assemble just before serving.

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