Grilled Skirt Steak Nachos

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Recipe Overview

These Akorn grilled skirt steak nachos are built for big flavor and fast cooks. Fired hot and fast on the Akorn Kamado, the skirt steak gets a hard sear, then chopped and piled onto a full-send nacho stack. Hot steak, melty queso, and cold toppings come together for that perfect contrast in every bite. Game day, cookouts, or late-night cravings — this one never sticks around long.

Why Cook This Recipe on the Akorn Kamado?

The Akorn Kamado excels at high-heat grilling, making it perfect for skirt steak. Its insulated design holds heat efficiently, delivering a hard sear in minutes while lump charcoal adds bold, authentic flavor. Fast cooks, serious heat, and zero fuss — exactly what nachos deserve.

Grilled Skirt Steak Nachos

Serves:
Cook Time: 0 - 30 min
Skill:
Beginner:
Method:
Grilled

Ingredients

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  • Main

Instructions

  1. 01

    Fire up your Char-Griller Akorn Kamado using lump charcoal and bring it up to 450°F for direct heat cooking.

  2. 02

    Season the skirt steak generously on both sides with the Certified Sazón seasoning and Chef Merito meat seasoning.

  3. 03

    Place the steak directly over the heat and grill for 7 minutes per side, creating a deep sear and locking in flavor.

  4. 04

    Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Chop into bite-sized pieces for easy stacking.

  5. 05

    Start with a layer of tortilla chips, then add the chopped steak. Pour the queso evenly over the top.

  6. 06

    Finish with guacamole, sour cream, salsa, pickled jalapeños, and shredded lettuce. Serve immediately while hot.

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