Best 7 Slow Cooker Beef Tostadas Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with our slow-cooker beef tostadas, a delightful symphony of textures and tastes that will elevate your dining experience. This delectable dish features tender and flavorful shredded beef, nestled atop crispy tostada shells and adorned with a vibrant array of toppings. The symphony of flavors continues with a zesty pico de gallo, adding a refreshing burst of acidity and brightness, complemented by the creaminess of sour cream and the tangy kick of guacamole. Every bite promises an explosion of flavors and textures, leaving you craving more.

This article presents a collection of slow-cooker beef tostada recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the traditional combination of shredded beef, pico de gallo, and guacamole to innovative variations featuring chipotle crema, roasted corn salsa, and black bean and corn salad, there's a recipe to suit every palate. With detailed instructions and a trove of culinary tips, these recipes will guide you effortlessly through the process of creating this mouthwatering dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to transport you to the vibrant streets of Mexico. Let the slow cooker do the work while you relax and anticipate the moment you sink your teeth into these irresistible slow-cooker beef tostadas.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHREDDED BEEF TOSTADAS



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Tostadas are delicious stacks of toppings on crispy, flat, corn tortillas. Spread a layer of refried beans, then a layer of delicious shredded beef, and add other layers of lettuce, cheese, chopped tomatoes and your favorite salsa or other toppings, and enjoy! This recipe is customizable for your family's tastes!

Provided by Bibi

Time 2h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder, or to taste
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 (2 pound) boneless beef chuck roast
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh garlic
1 cup beef stock
1 ½ cups chopped tomatoes, divided
1 medium orange, juiced
½ medium lime, juiced
6 each crispy tostada shells
2 cups refried beans, warmed
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons salsa, or to taste
3 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste
3 tablespoons guacamole, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
6 wedges lime

Steps:

  • Prepare spice rub: Combine chili powder, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Rub 1 tablespoon of the spice rub on each side of the chuck roast. Set remaining spice rub aside for later.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place seasoned roast in the hot oil and brown for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and keep warm.
  • Cook onions in the same skillet, stirring frequently, until they begin to turn clear, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in beef stock, 1/2 cup chopped tomato, orange juice, lime juice, and remaining spice rub.
  • Return the roast back to the skillet and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer gently until meat is tender and cooked through, about 2 hours. Remove meat from the skillet and transfer to a cutting board.
  • Carefully pour the skillet contents into a blender or food processor. Pulse several times, until sauce is smooth.
  • Remove the visible fat from the meat and discard. Shred the meat with two forks. Place shredded beef back into the skillet with about 3/4 cup of the pureed tomato sauce. Add more, if desired, to adjust the consistency. Refrigerate any unused tomato sauce in a sealed container for another use, if desired.
  • To assemble tostadas, spread about 1/3 cup refried beans on each tostada shell. Top with layers of shredded beef mixture, lettuce, Cheddar cheese, and reserved chopped tomatoes. Drizzle with salsa and add a dollop of sour cream and guacamole. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 108.4 mg, Fat 33.8 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 32.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 783 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

BEEF TOSTADAS



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Chipotle sauce gives this meaty tostada recipe just the right amount of heat to fire up a fiesta at the dinner table. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chili sauce
1 teaspoon taco seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
3 teaspoons chipotle sauce
6 tostada shells
3 cups shredded lettuce
1-1/2 cups guacamole
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and red pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the chili sauce, taco seasoning, salt and pepper; heat through. , In a small bowl, combine sour cream and chipotle sauce. Layer each tostada with lettuce, meat mixture, guacamole, cheese and chipotle cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 30g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1040mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

BEEF TOSTADAS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 small red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 pound ground beef
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 15-ounce can refried beans
1/3 cup sour cream
8 corn tostadas (flat, hard taco shells)
1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
Shredded lettuce, hot sauce and/or cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the beef and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, breaking up the meat, until browned, about 3 minutes. Add the tomato paste and chili powder and cook, stirring, about 2 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the refried beans in a small saucepan. Thin the sour cream with about 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl.
  • Spread the beans on the tostadas, then top with the beef and cheese. Drizzle with the sour cream. Top with lettuce, hot sauce and/or cilantro.

SLOW-COOKER BRISKET TOSTADAS



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h30m

Yield 8 servings (plus leftover brisket)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
2 tablespoons Maggi liquid seasoning (or use 1 tablespoon soy sauce plus 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce)
6 cloves garlic, minced
3 serrano chile peppers, seeded and minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
3 to 4 pounds beef brisket, trimmed and cut into 3 large pieces
3 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
16 crisp corn tostada shells
Shredded lettuce, diced avocado, fresh salsa and queso fresco, for topping
Mexican crema or sour cream and lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Prepare the brisket: Whisk the lime juice, Maggi seasoning, 2 tablespoons water, half of the garlic and 1 serrano in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking constantly. Place the brisket pieces in a large resealable plastic bag and add the marinade; turn the meat to coat. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or preferably overnight.
  • Bring the meat to room temperature, about 45 minutes. Remove from the bag and discard the marinade.
  • Pour the vegetable oil into the bottom of a 6- to 7-quart slow cooker. Add the onion, bell pepper, beef broth, tomatoes (and their juices), oregano, the remaining garlic and 2 serranos, 1 tablespoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix well, then nestle the meat in the vegetable mixture. Cover and cook on high until the meat is tender and shreds easily with a fork, about 8 hours.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the meat to a cutting board and let stand until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes. Shred the meat into pieces. Return the shredded meat to the slow cooker, stir to combine and let stand until the meat is hot, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, if necessary.
  • Assemble the tostadas: Spread about 1/3 cup of the warm meat on each tostada shell. Top with lettuce, avocado, salsa and queso fresco. Serve with crema and lime wedges.

SLOW-COOKER CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE



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After making this Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage dish, you'll be wondering why you waited until Saint Patrick's Day to enjoy it. Our corned beef and cabbage slow cooker recipe begins with a perfectly seasoned corned beef simmered in beer, served with potatoes, carrots, and onions, and topped with an applesauce and Dijon sauce. You don't need extra luck to create this one-simply follow our steps and enjoy!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 6 wedges
1 corned beef brisket with seasoning packet (2 to 2 1/2 lb)
1 can (12 oz) beer or nonalcoholic beer
Water
8 thin wedges cabbage
1/4 cup applesauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, place potatoes, carrots and onion. Top with corned beef; sprinkle with contents of seasoning packet. Add beer and enough water to just cover corned beef.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 10 to 12 hours.
  • Remove corned beef from cooker; place on serving platter and cover to keep warm. Add cabbage wedges to vegetables and broth in cooker. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 30 to 35 minutes longer or until cabbage is crisp-tender.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix sauce ingredients.
  • To serve, cut corned beef across grain into thin slices. With slotted spoon, remove vegetables from cooker. If desired, skim fat from juices in cooker. Serve vegetables with juices and corned beef with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW-COOKER BEEF-TORTELLINI SOUP



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Irresistible aromas come from a beefy soup that's been brewin' without as much as a stir.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb beef stew meat
1 large onion, chopped (3/4 cup)
1 large carrot, chopped (3/4 cup)
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons sugar
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (10 1/2 oz each) condensed beef consommé
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 cups frozen cheese-filled tortellini
1 cup frozen cut green beans

Steps:

  • In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, add beef, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, sugar, tomatoes and beef consommé in order listed.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours.
  • About 25 minutes before serving, stir in basil, frozen tortellini and green beans. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook about 25 minutes or until beans are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 790 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW-COOKER HOT BEEF SANDWICHES AU JUS



Slow-Cooker Hot Beef Sandwiches Au Jus image

Enjoy these beef roast sandwiches - a flavorful slow cooked dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 10h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (4 to 5-lb.) beef rump roast
1 (1-oz.) pkg. dry onion soup mix
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
2 (10 1/2-oz.) cans condensed beef broth
1 (12-oz.) can beer or nonalcoholic beer
2 garlic cloves, minced
16 onion buns, split

Steps:

  • Place beef roast in 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker. In medium bowl, combine all remaining ingredients except buns; mix well. Pour over roast.
  • Cover; cook on low setting for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Remove beef from slow cooker; place on cutting board or large plate. Slice beef with knife or shred with 2 forks; place in buns. If desired, skim fat from juices in slow cooker. Serve sandwiches with individual portions of juices for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: Chuck roast or bottom round roast are ideal for slow cooking, as they become tender and flavorful when braised in liquid.
  • Brown the beef before slow cooking: Searing the beef in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker helps develop flavor and color.
  • Use a variety of seasonings: Experiment with different herbs, spices, and sauces to create a flavorful beef filling. Chili powder, cumin, oregano, and garlic are popular choices.
  • Add liquid to the slow cooker: Beef broth, water, or tomato sauce can be used to add moisture and flavor to the beef. You can also add vegetables such as onions, carrots, and celery for extra flavor.
  • Cook the beef on low for 8-10 hours: This allows the meat to become fall-apart tender and absorb all the flavors of the seasonings.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker beef tostadas are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. Experiment with different toppings and fillings to create your own unique tostada recipe.

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