Best 7 Achiote Shrimp Nachos Recipes

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Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable culinary journey as we delve into the world of achiote shrimp nachos, a dish that tantalizes the senses with its vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and explosive flavors. This delectable dish combines the bold and tangy flavors of achiote paste with succulent shrimp, all nestled atop a bed of crispy tortilla chips. The result is a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we uncover the secrets behind this mouthwatering masterpiece and guide you in creating a masterpiece that will impress your friends and family alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP NACHOS



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This is my most requested recipe to bring to get-togethers and there's always someone who hasn't had them who asks for the recipe. You can make it days ahead of time and have it out of the oven in just a few minutes when you need it. Add more chipotle peppers if you like it spicier. This recipe makes a lot, but it actually freezes well. I usually freeze half of it and have it another time. If you're making it for a party, though, bring it all because it will be gone!

Provided by Hudson's Mama

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14.5 ounce) package tortilla chips, or to taste
2 pounds shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 ½ pounds large peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, tails removed and shrimp quartered
1 cup mayonnaise
4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup dried minced onion (such as McCormick® Coarse Grind Blend White and Green Onions)
1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Spread tortilla chips onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Mix Monterey Jack cheese, shrimp, mayonnaise, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, cilantro, minced onion, cumin, and black pepper together in a bowl. Spoon mixture onto the tortilla chips.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 3 minutes. Turn on the broiler and broil nachos until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Allow nachos to sit at room temperature for about 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 481.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

ACHIOTE SHRIMP



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This is hot, as in spicy hot. If you don't like hot then this may not be your cup of tea. I found this in the Chicago Tribune, again, one of my favorite sources of really good recipes, the columnist said it was inspired by a Rick Bayless recipe. I loved it, my husband (not a lover of HOT) only liked it. *Achiote paste can be found in well-stocked grocery stores or in Mexican grocery stores...OR you can make your own, there are a couple of recipes here for it.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Mexican

Time 21m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon achiote paste (*)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon grapefruit juice
1 lb medium shrimp, deveined and peeled, leave tails on if you like for a nice presentation
cilantro leaf, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until golden and fragrant, 1 minute. Add achiote, pepper, sugar and salt. Cook, mashing with the back of a wooden spoon, to a thick paste, 2 minutes.
  • Pour in lime juice and grapefruit juice, thinning to a sauce.
  • Add shrimp. Cook, tossing, until shrimp are cooked through and coated with an orange/red sauce, 4 minutes. Transfer to a shallow bowl and sprinkle with cilantro.
  • You can eat these guys as is, over rice or dipped into guacamole (the guac is my favorite way to have these).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.7, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 345.6, Sodium 1210.3, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 3, Protein 46.6

ACHIOTE SHRIMP NACHOS



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Provided by Antonia Lofaso

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

16 medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and butterflied
2 tablespoons achiote paste
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
Canola oil, for deep-frying
16 fresh 3-inch whole corn tortillas
2 cups Black Bean Puree, recipe follows
2 1/2 cups Queso, recipe follows
1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and diced
2 cups pico de gallo
3 tablespoons sliced pickled Fresno chiles or other pickled chiles
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
1 jalapeno, roughly chopped (leave the seeds in)
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Two 15 1/2-ounce cans black beans, drained
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 cup Mexican crema
Kosher salt
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cups heavy cream
2 teaspoons kosher salt
4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar
4 cups shredded jalapeno Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Place the shrimp in a large bowl and toss with the achiote paste and salt. Marinate the shrimp for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the canola oil to 350 degrees F in a tabletop deep-fryer or in a Dutch oven with a deep-fry thermometer attached. Place a wire rack over a sheet pan for draining. Fry the tortillas in small batches until crisped and golden, 4 to 6 minutes. Place on the rack to drain.
  • While the tortillas fry, heat 3 tablespoons canola oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the shrimp and cook, turning once, until just cooked through, about 4 minutes. Set aside.
  • Spoon the Black Bean Puree over the bottom of a large oval platter. Arrange the fried tortillas over the top. Spoon the Queso generously all over. Top with the shrimp. Sprinkle with avocado, pico de gallo and pickled chiles. Garnish with cilantro.
  • Heat a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the oil, onions, jalapeno, coriander and cumin. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft, 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in the beans. Add the stock, crema and salt to taste. Bring to a simmer. Transfer the mixture to a blender and puree.
  • Melt the butter in a 3-quart saucepan set over medium heat. Stir in the flour until combined. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Switch to a whisk and slowly whisk in the milk and cream. Whisk in the salt. Switch back to a spoon and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the Cheddar and Jack cheeses. Turn the heat off and allow the cheese to melt. Stir until smooth.

CHEDDAR SHRIMP NACHOS



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"These fun finger foods in tortilla chip scoops are just the thing for cold-weather get-togethers," says Lisa Feld, a field editor from Grafton, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
48 tortilla chip scoops

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, cheese, chilies, onions and olives. Combine the mayonnaise and cumin; add to shrimp mixture and toss to coat. , Drop by tablespoonfuls into tortilla scoops. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CAJUN SHRIMP AND ANDOUILLE NACHOS



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Cajun-seasoned shrimp, andouille, and the trinity piled high on chips and smothered in melty cheese for nachos you won't soon forget!

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ pound andouille sausage, sliced
1 small yellow onion, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
1 celery rib, diced
1 (12 ounce) bag tortilla chips
12 ounces raw peeled and deveined shrimp
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Colby Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add andouille and cook for 2 minutes. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes more. Add bell peppers and cook for 2 minutes more. Remove from heat and stir in celery.
  • Line a baking sheet with foil and place tortilla chips on top. Cover chips with the sausage mixture.
  • Place shrimp in a bowl; add oil and seafood seasoning. Stir to coat. Place shrimp in the same skillet and cook over medium-high heat for 3 minutes. Scatter shrimp on top of the sausage mixture. Sprinkle Colby Jack cheese over the nachos.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler to low. Broil nachos until cheese has melted, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 107.4 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 868.8 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

SWEET CHILI SHRIMP NACHOS



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Nachos get a make-over with this crunchy, spicy-sweet snack that's easy to put together and sure to impress. A great new fusion of Asian flavors that will make your mouth water and satisfy your tastebuds. As if we needed another reason to love sweet chili shrimp.

Provided by HeatherHomemade

Categories     Asian

Time 45m

Yield 40 Nachos

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (2 lb) bag frozen shrimp (deveined and tailless for easy prep, thawed)
1 (12 ounce) package wonton wrappers
1 (2 ounce) bag prepared shredded coleslaw mix
1 (12 ounce) bottle sweet chili sauce (and Yum Yum sauce. It wouldn't let me add this as it's own ingredient)
1 cup cornstarch
your favorite frying oil

Steps:

  • Fill frying vessel with enough oil to cover 2 inches.
  • Cut Wonton Wrappers in half to make an easier-to-eat size chip.
  • Fry Wonton Wrappers on medium about 40 seconds each flipping half way though until golden brown.
  • Set on paper towels and immediately salt. Move to serving dish and top with coleslaw mixture.
  • Cut each shrimp into 3 pieces and toss in the corn starch to dredge. This will give you a light crunchy texture.
  • Fry shrimp in batches on medium high about 2 minutes for each batch stirring with spider or slotted spoon to prevent clumping.
  • Toss shrimp in sweet chilli sauce and assemble a spoonful atop each Wonton chip.
  • Drizzle with yum yum sauce and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.3, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 48.6, Sodium 263.9, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 6

SHRIMP IN ACHIOTE OIL



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In this Filipino dish, served at Maharlika in New York City achiote oil bathes the shrimp in an amber hue, and citrus lends a bright, tart note.

Categories     Shellfish     Quick & Easy     Seafood     Shrimp     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Achiote oil:
1/4 cup peanut or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons achiote (annatto) seeds
Shrimp:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1-2 Thai chiles, with seeds, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh calamansi or lime juice
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 1/4 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Toasted country-style bread (for serving)

Steps:

  • For achiote oil:
  • Cook oil and achiote seeds in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until oil turns dark red, about 5 minutes. Strain into a jar and let cool.
  • DO AHEAD: Achiote oil can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
  • For shrimp:
  • Heat achiote oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chiles, garlic, calamansi juice, and soy sauce and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook, tossing often, until shrimp are opaque throughout, about 4 minutes. Top with scallions and serve with bread.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, succulent shrimp. Look for shrimp that are firm and translucent, without any signs of discoloration or off-putting odor.
  • Make sure to devein and clean the shrimp properly. This will help to remove any grit or impurities, resulting in a more enjoyable eating experience.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the shrimp. This will prevent them from steaming instead of searing, which will result in a less flavorful dish.
  • Use a flavorful marinade for the shrimp. This will help to infuse them with delicious flavor. The marinade in this recipe is made with achiote paste, orange juice, garlic, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just cooked through. Overcooked shrimp will become tough and rubbery.
  • Load the nachos up with your favorite toppings. This recipe calls for black beans, corn, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. However, you can add or remove toppings to suit your own taste.
  • Serve the nachos immediately. They are best enjoyed fresh and hot.

Conclusion:

These Achiote Shrimp Nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make party appetizer or meal. They are packed with flavor and sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a fun and festive dish to serve, give these nachos a try!

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