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Pulled Pork Nachos

These pulled pork nachos are a delicious and crowd-pleasing dish, featuring tender pork and crispy tortilla chips, topped with cheese and various toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 52 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort food
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pulled Pork
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil For sautéing the pork
  • 3 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt To taste
  • 0.75 teaspoon freshly ground pepper To taste
  • 1 12-ounce pilsner or lager beer To enhance flavor
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
For the Nachos
  • 12 ounces tortilla chips
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3/4 cup pico de gallo
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup guacamole For topping
  • 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos For topping
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream For topping
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves For garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Pork
  1. Set a 6-qt Instant Pot to the high saute setting.
  2. Heat the canola oil and season the pork with salt and pepper.
  3. Working in two batches, add the pork and cook until evenly browned, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the beer, garlic, chili powder, oregano, and cumin; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Select the manual setting, adjust pressure to high, and set time for 40 minutes.
  6. When finished cooking, quick-release pressure according to the manufacturer’s directions.
  7. Remove the pork shoulder from the Instant Pot and shred it using two forks.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if needed.
Preparing the Nachos
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat it with nonstick spray.
  3. Place tortilla chips in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Top with 2 cups shredded pork, black beans, pico de gallo, and cheeses.
  5. Place it into the oven and bake until heated through and the cheeses have melted, about 10-12 minutes.
  6. Serve immediately, topped with guacamole, jalapenos, sour cream, and cilantro.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the pork shoulder in the spices and beer for a few hours before cooking. Use a mix of cheeses to enhance the cheesy goodness. Add your favorite toppings like chopped green onions or sliced olives for extra flavor. You can also try using roasted vegetables in place of beans for a different spin.