**Black Bean Tostada: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors and Textures**
Embark on a culinary journey to savor the Black Bean Tostada, a vibrant and flavorful dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its harmonious blend of textures and tantalizing flavors. Discover a symphony of crispy tostada shells, creamy black beans, tangy salsa, and a delectable array of toppings that come together to create a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. This versatile dish offers endless possibilities for customization, allowing you to tailor it to your unique preferences and dietary needs. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our comprehensive guide will provide you with the culinary expertise to prepare this delectable tostada that will impress your family and friends.
GRILLED SHRIMP, CORN AND BLACK BEAN TOSTADA SALAD
Steps:
- Make Dressing:
- Place lime juice in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Mix in cilantro, jalepeño, and cumin. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Make Salad:
- Combine tomatoes, beans, green onions, 3/4 cup cilantro and red onion in large bowl. (Dressing and salad can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover dressing and let stand at room temperature. Cover salad and refrigerate.)
- Prepare berbeque (medium-high heat). Mix lettuce into salad. Pour 1/4 cup dressing into small bowl. Reserve remainder for salad. Brush corn with dressing from small bowl. Grill corn unril beginning to brown, turning often, about 5 minutes. Brush shrimp with dressing from small bowl and grill until opaque in center, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes.
- Cut kernels from corn and add to salad. Toss salad with enough dressing to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Top with shrimp. Garnish with tortilla chips and additional cilantro, if desired.
BLACK BEAN TOSTADA
Make and share this Black Bean Tostada recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MsBindy
Categories Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Pour vegetable oil in a skillet to about 1/2 inch depth.
- Heat until the oil is hot.
- Fry the tortillas, one at a time, for about a minute on each side until they are crisp.
- Drain the tortillas on paper towels and set aside.
- To make the black beans, saute the onions, garlic, cumin, coriander, and chiles in teh oil using a large skillet until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5-10 minutes.
- Add the drained black beans to the skillet. Mash with a potato masher or spoon until most of the beans are mashed.
- Add the tomatoes and orange juice.
- Cover and simmer on very low heat for 5-10 minutes. Add salt to taste.
- For the quacamole, slice the avocados in half.
- Remove the pits and scoop out the avocado flesh with a spoon.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the avocado until fairly smooth.
- Add the garlic, lemon juice, and salt to taste.
- Or use a food processor for a very smooth guacamole.
- To layer the tostadas: Start with a crisp tortilla, cover it generously with shredded lettuce and then black beans, topped with grated cheese, guacamole, and salta. Top with a dollop of sour cream.
BLACK BEAN TOSTADA
These little crispy treats are great served in wedges as an appetizer or whole as an entree. They are simply a mexican tortilla "pizza" with homemade enchilada sauce, seasoned black beans and traditional toppings. Adjust the amount of toppings to suit your taste. Easy to make and of course delicious! The prep time and cook time overlap, so it doesn't take as long as it seems.
Provided by Chef Jean
Categories Mexican
Time 38m
Yield 8-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Lay the tortilla on 2 baking sheets(or make them in two batches). Spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Place in oven for 5 minutes or until they just start to get crispy.
- Heat the tomato sauce, chili powder, salt and dried onion in a sauce pan and let simmer for 5 minutes. Rinse the beans and add to the sauce, mash the beans slightly to thicken the sauce. Allow to cool while you prepare the toppings.
- Top each tortilla with the sauce and beans, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edge of the tortilla. Each one will take about 1/4-1/3 cups.
- Top with the cheese and back for 8 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crisp around the edges.
- Allow to cool slightly and top with the lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, sour cream and 2 slices of jalapeno each.
- Cut in quarters to serve as appetizers.
Tips:
- Use high-quality black beans for the best flavor.
- Soak the black beans overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking.
- Rinse the black beans thoroughly before cooking.
- Add a bay leaf and a clove of garlic to the cooking water for extra flavor.
- Cook the black beans until they are tender but still hold their shape.
- Mash the black beans to your desired consistency.
- Use a variety of toppings for your tostadas, such as shredded cheese, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and chopped tomatoes.
- Serve the tostadas immediately or store them in the refrigerator for later.
Conclusion:
Black bean tostadas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they can be customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy lunch or a hearty and satisfying dinner, black bean tostadas are a great choice.
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