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Breakfast nachos

From the video “THE ABSOLUTE BEST BREAKFAST NACHOS | SAM THE COOKING GUY” by SAM THE COOKING GUY. RecipesMD is not affiliated with SAM THE COOKING GUY. Steps are in our own words.

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Medium
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
~8
est.
Cost
~$5.32*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$8.68* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Involved
Ingredients
30

Ingredients

May contain gluten, dairy, egg, fish

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$15.97*for the batch in the video
~$5.32*per serving

You save about ~$8.68* per serving (62% less*) than ordering it out — ~$26.03* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario brunch plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

6 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 12 predicted from typical costs · not priced: pork butt, orange and lime juice mixture, cilantro, salsa con queso, tortilla chips

* Estimate, not a quote: 12 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario brunch plate at ~$14, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving416 kcal · 21% of 2,000
Fat28 g36%
Saturated fat9.9 g50%
Sodium530 mg23%
Carbohydrate12 g4%
Fiber2.1 g8%
Total sugars4.3 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein29 g57%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+7 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−11 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 12 of 13 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 8 servings (estimated: 1284 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving; model check 6 agrees). Not counted because the video gives no amount: kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, chipotle chili powder, cumin and 10 more. Not matched to nutrient data: tortilla chips. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • pressure cooker
  • cast-iron skillet
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • grater

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact measurements for seasonings, juices, and sauces are estimated.
  • Servings and total preparation time are not explicitly stated.
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Breakfast nachos

What makes SAM THE COOKING GUY's Breakfast nachos recipe and technique special?

SAM THE COOKING GUY's take on Breakfast nachos focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Mexican flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Eggs must set whites but keep runny yolks—timing is critical. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Breakfast nachos at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Breakfast nachos recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Breakfast nachos ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Breakfast nachos can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in SAM THE COOKING GUY's Breakfast nachos?

This recipe utilizes approximately 30 ingredients across 12 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Breakfast nachos?

The official cooking video by SAM THE COOKING GUY is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.