Get ready to transform your ordinary nacho night into an extraordinary culinary adventure! These Newcastle Brown Ale Pulled Duck Nachos are not just a recipe—they're a flavor explosion that will make your taste buds do a happy dance. Imagine tender, slow-braised duck meat infused with rich ale, nestled on crispy tortilla chips and smothered in melted cheese. This isn't just another nacho recipe; this is a gourmet experience that will have your friends and family begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: British
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 duck legs
- 1 cup Newcastle Brown Ale
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Season duck legs generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place duck legs in a deep, oven-safe Dutch oven or braising dish. Pour Newcastle Brown Ale over the duck legs, ensuring they are partially submerged.
- Cover the dish tightly with a lid or aluminum foil and place in the preheated oven. Slow braise the duck legs for approximately 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Remove duck legs from the braising liquid and let cool slightly. Using two forks, shred the meat, discarding any excess fat or skin.
- Preheat a large baking sheet and arrange tortilla chips in a single, overlapping layer.
- Distribute the pulled duck meat evenly over the tortilla chips. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously across the nachos.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and slightly bubbly.
- Remove from oven and immediately garnish with chopped green onions and dollops of sour cream.
- Serve hot, directly from the baking sheet, allowing guests to dig into the crispy, cheesy, ale-infused pulled duck nachos.
Tips
- • Choose duck legs with good marbling for maximum flavor and tenderness • Don't rush the braising process - low and slow is the key to incredibly tender meat • Use a Dutch oven or deep braising dish to keep the duck moist during cooking • Make sure to shred the duck meat while it's still warm for easier pulling • For extra crispiness, use thick, sturdy tortilla chips that can handle the toppings • Allow the nachos to rest for 1-2 minutes after melting the cheese to let flavors meld • Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of crispy chips and melted cheese • Experiment with additional toppings like pickled jalapeños or fresh cilantro for extra zing
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 620kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 38g
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 145mg
