Here’s a delicious recipe that’s perfect for any tailgate or gameday party! Make a massive amount of nachos for the whole crew, and show them how a cheese, chips and bbq can come together better than they ever dreamed! There are a lot of homemade portions of this recipe that you can substitute out for store-bought if you need to save a little bit of time!

Why Pulled Pork on the Grill?
Pulled pork nachos are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, whether you’re having a weeknight dinner with family or entertaining friends for the big game.
Between the oozing goodness of the melted cheese, the crunch of the tortilla chips and the savory and spicy toppings, nachos make for a snack or appetizer that’s impossible to turn down.
Plus, there’s nothing better than following a pulled pork nachos recipe that calls for a grill. A good pork shoulder slowly roasted over wood smoke produces an unforgettable flavor your guests will love. Why? The low temperature and long cooking time ensure a succulent roast every time.
Serving Your BBQ Pork Nachos
Wondering what to serve with shredded pork nachos? From jalapeño cornbread to tacos, these tasty side dishes will make your mouth water in no time!
From sides to appetizers to a full-fledged dinner, there are limitless possibilities when it comes to complementing a side dish of BBQ pork nachos. Have your very own fiesta with these nine dishes that pair perfectly with nachos:
- Burritos
- Spanish rice
- Black bean soup
- Jalapeño cornbread
- Quesadillas
- Tacos
- Sloppy Joes
- Refried beans
- Mexican street corn
Who Invented BBQ Nachos?
Hog Wild Barbeque pit-man Ernie Mellor, a Memphis celebrity, has been credited with the invention of BBQ nachos. If you’ve ever tasted their incredibly addictive concoction of flavors — spicy, saucy, savory, meaty, smoky, cheesy, creamy and crunchy — you’d think Mellor is a food genius.
We have to look at where good ol’ plain nachos originated for a deeper dive into their roots. Before nachos became one of the most beloved snack foods in North America and beyond, they were invented on a whim.
The first nachos were served in 1940 in Piedras Negras, a small Mexican town, by restaurateur Ignacio “Nacho” Anaya. One day, Anaya was tasked with having to rustle up a quick, tasty snack for a group of U.S. military wives who were in town. He was without his chef and decided to do what he could with what he had on hand — tortillas, cheese and jalapeño peppers. Ignacio fried the tortillas and served them warm with the jalapeño and a sprinkle of grated cheese.
The dish’s popularity swiftly spread throughout the southwestern U.S. and Texas, eventually becoming a global sensation. Nachos — although indeed a Tex Mex dish — will always have Mexico at their heart.
Whip Up a Batch of BBQ Pork Nachos With Your Dream Grill
Our kamado grills are versatile and easy to use, and they give your meats a delicious flavor every time. We provide the best value on the market with grills built like tanks and jungle-direct pricing. You can forge your skills on the Kong, Grilla, Silverbac or Chimp.
If you liked our BBQ pork nachos recipe, we invite you to peruse all of our recipes for more ideas — and please, if you cooked up something novel on a Grilla Grill, write down your steps and ingredients and share the recipe with us!