What’s the Best Way to Eat a Tostada?
Eating a tostada is as simple as biting into it, much like you would with a pizza. Tostadas can get a bit messy, so it’s advisable to serve them over plates and keep a fork nearby to catch any fallen toppings.
Can I Substitute the Beef?
For a vegetarian twist, you can skip the ground beef. Alternatively, consider using Carne Asada, juicy shrimp from Shrimp Fajitas, or tilapia from Fish Tacos if you prefer seafood.
Creating homemade tostadas is a breeze, and you can even prepare the ingredients in advance if you’re serving them at a party, allowing your guests to build their own tostadas.
Ingredients:
- 10 corn tortillas, or prepared tostadas
- 16 oz lean ground beef
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 1 Tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
- 10 oz refried beans
- 2 cups iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, or queso fresco, crumbled
- 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup pico de gallo, or salsa
- 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 415°F. Spray both sides of the corn tortillas with oil. Lay them flat on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 4 minutes, flip them over, and bake for another 5 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy and golden.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the lean ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season with garlic powder, salt, and taco seasoning. Add the diced onion and cook until the onion is translucent and the beef is fully cooked.
- Reheat the refried beans in a skillet over medium-low heat or in a microwave until they are steaming hot.
- To assemble, top each tostada with refried beans, ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and pico de gallo or salsa. Sprinkle some cheese and cilantro on top. Serve immediately.
