If there’s one dish to share that we can’t do without on our menuit’s the famous nachos plate. It’s generous, super cheesy, and can be customized based on what we’re in the mood for. And let’s be real: who doesn't like nachos!?
Did you know that nachos were invented somewhat by accident? Let us tell you this delectable story: it will give you something to talk about with your friends the next time you order it at a restaurant!
It was in 1940, in Piedras Negrasa city in northern Mexico very close to the U.S. border.
One day, the wives of military men who lived in Eagle Pass, Texas, crossed the border to go to the Victory Club restaurant. The story goes that they went shopping and, before heading home, they wanted to grab a bite. However, when they arrived, the restaurant was closed! Fortunately, the chef, Ignacio Anaya, nicknamed ‘Nacho’ by his friends and colleagues, was there. He reassured the women by telling them he would still prepare something to eat with whatever he had on hand.
He fried a few pieces of fresh tortillas, covered them with cheese and jalapeño peppers. He baked his creation for a few minutes and served them what he called “Nacho’s special.” Needless to say, they loved the new dish made just for them!
It soon started appearing in restaurants all over Mexico, as well as the United States. The version we eat today is certainly quite Americanized, but it still retains the original Mexican essence.
It might be a classic for many, but here’s a little reminder of the key ingredients not to overlook when making the best nacho possible.
Ça prend de bonnes chipsYou need good chips―that’s the foundation! And they have to be corn chips, or at least a blend of grains that includes corn. You can choose them in triangular or circular shapes; either works just as well. job.
“Go big or go home”, as they say! Use a lot of cheese, and go for a strong cheddar, pizza mozzarella (which melts incredibly well), Monterey Jack, or even a Tex-Mex blend to give it a little boost boost. Some people even prefer to use a melted cheese sauce like queso.
To make your nachos dish heartier, just add your choice of cooked protein: whether it's ground beef, grilled chicken, smoked tofu, brisket, pulled pork, or even crab meat… Let your creativity decide what you want to eat!
It’s totally possible to incorporate some veggies into your nachos plate. Add fresh diced tomatoes, corn kernels, diced sweet potatoes, red peppers (raw or grilled), green onions, olives… Oh, and don’t forget to make a good homemade guacamole with ripe avocados to dip your nachos in. A delight every time!
If spicy dishes scare you (or upset your stomach), then skip this step. But if the heat of chili excites your taste buds, then now’s the time to add it! Think of jalapeño pepper rings, marinated banana peppers, different kinds of hot sauce… there’s no limit!
Did all of this make you hungry? Come enjoy our excellent customizable nachos dish at OMG Resto. Paired with a cold beer or a signature cocktail, it’s sure to get your party started. Olé! party. Olé!
