Tailgate Game Day Smoky Cheesy BBQ Frito Pie

Allergens

Dairy (cheese)

Ingredients

• 1. 4 cups Fritos corn chips 2. 3 cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese 3. 2 cups pulled pork, cooked and seasoned 4. 1 cup barbecue sauce 5. 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped 6. 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 7. 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional) 8. 1 lime, cut into wedges 9. Sour cream for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill or outdoor cooker to medium high heat.
2. In a large bowl, mix the pulled pork with the barbecue sauce until well combined.
3. Spread half of the Fritos in a single layer on a large grilling tray or sheet pan.
4. Sprinkle half of the shredded smoked Gouda cheese evenly over the Fritos.
5. Top with the pulled pork and barbecue sauce mixture, distributing it evenly.
6. Add the remaining Fritos and Gouda cheese on top of the pork layer.
7. Place the grilling tray or sheet pan on the preheated grill and cook for 5 7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
8. Remove from the grill, let it rest for a minute, then top with chopped red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño slices (if using).
9. Serve immediately with lime wedges and optional sour cream on the side.

Chef’s Insight

To elevate this dish even further, use homemade barbecue sauce and pulled pork prepared with your favorite seasonings.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the heat level by adding more or less jalapeño.