Beef Tostada
Ingredients
- • 8 item corn tostada shells
- • 450 g ground beef
- • 400 g refried beans
- • 200 g iceberg lettuce, shredded
- • 200 g tomatoes, diced
- • 120 g cheddar cheese, shredded
- • 120 ml sour cream
- • 100 g onion, diced
- • 2 cloves garlic
- • 5 ml ground cumin
- • 10 ml chili powder
- • 5 ml paprika
- • 15 ml vegetable oil
- • 1 sprinkle salt to taste
- • 1 sprinkle black pepper to taste
- • 1 lime lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3
Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
- 4
Stir in cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- 5
Add 60ml (1/4 cup) of water to the beef mixture and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.
- 6
While the beef cooks, warm the refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- 7
If using store-bought tostada shells, warm them according to package directions. For homemade, bake corn tortillas at 200°C (400°F) for 5-7 minutes until crispy.
- 8
To assemble: Spread about 2 tablespoons of warm refried beans on each tostada shell.
- 9
Top with the seasoned ground beef mixture, dividing evenly among the shells.
- 10
Layer with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
- 11
Add a dollop of sour cream on top and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"These crispy beef tostadas are my go-to for busy weeknights when I want something that feels special but comes together quickly. Load them up with your favorite toppings and let everyone customize their own - it's impossible to mess up and always a crowd-pleaser!"
