Description
Irish Nachos feature thinly sliced russet potatoes seasoned and baked until crispy, then topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, jalapeno, tomatoes, sour cream, shallots, and green onions for a deliciously loaded snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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Potatoes and Seasoning
- 2-3 large russet potatoes, washed, sliced into 1/8-inch thick rounds (about 2 pounds)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 2 cups (226 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded, diced for garnish
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced for garnish
- 1/4 cup sour cream, for garnish
- 1 medium shallot, diced for garnish
- 2 green onions, diced for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and line one or two baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper to create the seasoning blend.
- Coat Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the sliced potato rounds with olive oil and the seasoning mix until all slices are evenly coated.
- Arrange and Bake: Spread the coated potato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 20 minutes, then carefully flip each slice and bake for an additional 9 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Combine and Top: Remove the potatoes from the oven and combine all on one baking sheet. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon evenly over the potatoes.
- Melt Cheese: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted.
- Add Garnishes: Remove from the oven and top with diced jalapeno, Roma tomatoes, sour cream, shallots, and green onions before serving.
Notes
- For air fryer preparation, season the potato rounds and air fry at 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, flipping every 5 minutes.
- Top air-fried potatoes with cheese and bacon, then return to air fryer lined with parchment paper for 1-2 minutes to melt cheese.
- Work in batches if your air fryer basket is small to ensure even crisping.
- Russet potatoes are preferred for their starch content, which crisps well during baking.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity based on desired spice level or substitute with mild peppers for less heat.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for a tangy flavor and good melting quality.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
