• 1 lb medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil (or neutral oil)
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the nachos:

• 1 bag sturdy tortilla chips
• 1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Pepper Jack cheese
• 1 can (15 oz) pinto or black beans, drained and rinsed

Toppings (choose your favorites):

• 1 ripe avocado, sliced or diced
• Salsa verde or red salsa
• Sour cream or Mexican crema
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges
• Pickled banana peppers or pepperoncinis