Jalabeano Pickle Nachos

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Jalabeano Pickle Nachos

20 min Serves 4–6Easy
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Nachos are only as good as their pickled component. Most people use jarred jalapeños — which are fine — but our Jalabeanos (pickled jalapeño green beans) bring something completely different: the crunch and snap of a green bean, the heat of a jalapeño, and the bright, garlicky brine of a Pacific Pickle Works product. They hold their texture under the broiler, which means you get a satisfying crunch in every bite instead of a soggy, limp pepper.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. 1

    Preheat the broiler to high. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil.

  2. 2

    Spread the tortilla chips in an even layer on the baking sheet. Scatter the black beans and corn over the chips.

  3. 3

    Cover evenly with the shredded cheese. Scatter the chopped Jalabeanos over the cheese.

  4. 4

    Broil for 3–5 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese is fully melted and starting to bubble and brown in spots.

  5. 5

    Remove from the oven and immediately top with diced avocado, sour cream (dolloped or drizzled), cilantro, and green onions.

  6. 6

    Garnish with whole Jalabeanos for visual impact. Serve immediately with lime wedges and hot sauce.

PRO TIPS

  • For layered nachos (so every chip gets toppings), do two layers: half the chips, half the beans/cheese/Jalabeanos, then repeat.
  • The Jalabeano brine makes an excellent hot sauce substitute — drizzle it over the finished nachos for a tangy, spicy kick.
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