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Flavorful Loaded Nachos with Pulled Pork Easy Habanero Mango Salsa Recipe

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A bold and spicy loaded nachos recipe featuring tender pulled pork and a tangy habanero mango salsa, perfect for game nights and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 habanero pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 large bag (about 12 oz) sturdy tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced thin

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, cumin, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mix evenly over the pork shoulder. Place the pork in your slow cooker or Dutch oven.
  2. Add chicken broth and apple cider vinegar around the pork (about 1 cup). Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours in a slow cooker, or simmer gently in a covered Dutch oven for 3-4 hours until pork is tender and easily shredded.
  3. While the pork cooks, combine diced mango, habanero, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt in a bowl. Stir gently and refrigerate to let flavors meld.
  4. Preheat your oven to 375°F about 20 minutes before assembling the nachos.
  5. Once cooked, remove pork from pot and shred using two forks. Return shredded pork to the juices to keep moist.
  6. On a large baking sheet, spread half the tortilla chips evenly. Sprinkle half the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over chips, then layer half the pulled pork. Add another layer of chips, cheese, and pork.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, until cheese melts and edges of chips are slightly golden.
  8. Remove from oven and top with dollops of sour cream, spoonfuls of habanero mango salsa, sliced olives (if using), and green onions.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overload nachos with toppings before baking to avoid sogginess. Layer chips, cheese, and pork for best texture. Use gloves when handling habanero peppers. For milder salsa, reduce habanero or substitute with jalapeño. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheat in oven to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: loaded nachos, pulled pork, habanero mango salsa, spicy nachos, game day recipe, easy nachos, party food

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