**Pinto Bean Tostadas: A Culinary Journey of Savory Flavors and Textures**
Embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing pinto bean tostadas, a delectable fusion of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. These crispy tostadas, adorned with a hearty filling of creamy refried pinto beans, burst with a symphony of savory spices. Topped with a vibrant array of fresh and tangy ingredients, including crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a zesty sprinkling of cotija cheese, these tostadas offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Accompanied by a trio of tantalizing sauces – a creamy tomatillo sauce, a smoky chipotle sauce, and a refreshing pico de gallo – these tostadas present a customizable culinary experience, allowing you to tailor the intensity and complexity of flavors to your preference. Indulge in this culinary masterpiece and savor the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that make pinto bean tostadas an unforgettable dish.
PINTO BEAN TOSTADAS
Ready-to-go pinto beans and crispy corn tortillas prove how easy it is to make a healthy meal. Chili powder kicks up the fun, making this a popular pick for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream, lime zest, cumin and 1/4 teaspoon salt. In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir just until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Stir in beans, pepper sauce, chili powder and remaining salt; heat through, stirring occasionally. Keep warm., Brush both sides of tortillas with remaining oil. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tortillas in two batches; cook until lightly browned and crisp, 2-3 minutes on each side., To serve, arrange beans and lettuce over tostada shells; top with salsa, sour cream mixture and cheese. Serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 658mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BEST EVER PINTO BEANS
I learned to make pinto beans from my Grandma, who came from Oklahoma. I've added to the recipe, and my Mother used to say mine were the best beans she'd ever tasted. Serve the Southern way - with cornbread and steamed greens.
Provided by Foxy
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas
Time 7h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cover pinto beans with water in a large bowl. Soak beans for 4 hours, changing water every 30 to 45 minutes. Drain.
- Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Add pinto beans, ham hock, and kosher salt to the pot. Pour in more water if needed to cover ingredients by at least 1 inch.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans are just tender, 2 to 3 hours.
- Remove ham hock from beans; cut meat from the bone, chop the ham, and return to pot.
- Stir tomato sauce and brown sugar into the beans. Continue to simmer until beans are tender and flavors are blended, about 1 more hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49.5 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 16.1 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 509 mg, Sugar 4 g
PINTO BEAN AND COUSCOUS TOSTADAS
Being a pregnant vegetarian I need quick and easy meals that are healthy and have protein. Here is a great meatless version of a tostada.
Provided by esmerelda smoot
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine beans, broth, water, carrot, and crushed red pepper. Bring mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Stir in salsa and couscous. Remove from heat.
- Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Serve bean-couscous mixture on tostada shells and top with cheese.
- If desired, serve with sour cream, lettuce, and/ or additional salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.5, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 447.1, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 11.6, Sugar 2.6, Protein 16.9
BEAN TOSTADAS
This is by far my most popular tostada, appealing to both vegetarians and meat-eaters. If you don't have time to cook the black beans, you could use canned beans and refry them with the spices called for in my recipe for refried black beans. You'll have to moisten them with water.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, weekday, appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Warm the refried beans in a 325-degree oven while you toast the tortilla halves. If the refried beans are too thick to spread evenly, thin out with some bean broth. Spread a spoonful of the refried beans onto each tortilla half. Top with a spoonful of the mashed avocado mixture and a sprinkle of queso fresco. Add a handful of lettuce and a spoonful of salsa. Arrange on a platter or plates and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 107, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 298 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- To save time, use canned pinto beans instead of dried beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
- For a vegetarian version of this recipe, omit the ground beef and add an extra can of pinto beans. You can also use crumbled tofu or tempeh as a meat substitute.
- If you don't have any tostada shells on hand, you can use corn tortillas instead. Just heat them in a skillet until they are crispy.
- To make your own guacamole, simply mash some avocados with a fork and season them with salt, pepper, and lime juice. You can also add other ingredients like diced tomatoes, onions, or cilantro.
- If you are short on time, you can skip the step of making your own refried beans and use canned refried beans instead.
Conclusion:
Pinto bean tostadas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover pinto beans. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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