Best 20 Tostadas Recipes

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Tostadas, a beloved Mexican dish, are crispy, flat corn tortillas topped with a variety of flavorful ingredients. They can be served as an appetizer, main course, or snack and are a versatile dish that can be customized to suit any taste. This article provides a collection of tostada recipes that cater to different dietary preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. From classic recipes like the Tostada de Ceviche to unique creations like the Vegan Tostada with Black Bean and Avocado, this article offers a diverse selection of tostada recipes that are sure to satisfy everyone. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, these recipes provide clear instructions and helpful tips to guide you in creating delicious tostadas at home. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the delightful flavors of tostadas with our comprehensive recipe collection.

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

CRISPY OVEN BEEF-AND-BEAN TOSTADAS



Crispy Oven Beef-and-Bean Tostadas image

A healthier way to make tostadas and better tasting. The simple secret to making crispy tostadas is baking the corn tortillas instead of frying.

Provided by Lela

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ pound ground beef
½ cup chopped sweet onion, or more to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
6 corn tortillas
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups refried beans
2 cups shredded lettuce, or as desired
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tomato, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Mix garlic salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, and black pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, onion, and garlic in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Keep warm while preparing tostada shells.
  • Brush oil over both sides of tortillas and arrange on a baking sheet.
  • Bake tortillas in preheated oven until crisped on top, about 5 minutes. Flip tortillas and continue baking until other side crisps, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Heat refried beans in a saucepan over medium-low, stirring regularly until hot, about 5 minutes (see Cook's Note).
  • Divide refried beans between tostadas and spread over one side of each; spoon ground beef mixture over the beans. Top each tostada with lettuce, Cheddar cheese, and diced tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 743.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 119.9 mg, Fat 40.7 g, Fiber 13.6 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 1229.4 mg, Sugar 4 g

CHICKEN TOSTADAS



Chicken Tostadas image

Chicken and veggie tostadas are baked in oven.

Provided by Sonia S.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, diced
½ (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
6 corn tostada shells
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 tomato, diced
¾ red onion, diced
¾ green bell pepper, diced
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup salsa, or to taste
¼ cup sour cream, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place chicken into a frying pan over medium heat. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and cook until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Spread a thin layer of refried beans onto each tostada shell; sprinkle each with Mexican cheese. Divide cooked chicken on top of cheese layer. Sprinkle tomato, red onion, and bell pepper evenly on top of each tostada. Place tostadas on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crispy, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove tostadas from the oven. Sprinkle with cilantro and spread salsa and sour cream on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 54.8 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 711.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

SHREDDED CHICKEN FOR ENCHILADAS, TOSTADAS, TACOS...



Shredded Chicken for Enchiladas, Tostadas, Tacos... image

This is an authentic filling used for Mexican dishes such as: enchiladas, tostadas and tacos. You can easily double the recipe, as it freezes well. I always have some on hand in the freezer. Use this in place of plain shredded chicken; and it will kick an average Mexican recipe up a notch (IMHO). COOK'S NOTES: 1 whole frying chicken, giblets and excess fat removed, can be used instead of boneless chicken breasts.

Provided by JTsMom

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 medium onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 tablespoon salt
water
2 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon marjoram
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (or to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons salt (to taste)
1/2 cup chicken broth (reserved)

Steps:

  • Place first four ingredients in a pot. Add just enough water to cover the chicken.
  • Bring to a slow boil, cover, lower heat to maintain a simmer and cook until done, about 20 - 25 minutes. If using a whole chicken; cook approximately 50 - 60 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from pot, let cool and shred. (I cool my chicken in the refrigerator to be safe) If using a whole chicken; remove meat from bones and shred. Reserve broth.
  • In a large pan, melt butter over low heat.
  • Add the remaining ingredients listed, except tomato sauce, salt, and broth.
  • Sauté until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in shredded chicken and briefly sauté.
  • Add tomato sauce and ½ cup of reserved broth.
  • Salt to taste.

SHREDDED CHICKEN TOSTADAS



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These flavorful tostadas are super easy and family-friendly. You won't believe how tender and juicy the chicken comes out. Just load the tostadas with your favorite fresh toppings, and you'll have one simple, sensational meal. -Lisa Kenny, Houston, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1/2 teaspoon salt
16 tostada shells
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Optional: Shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sliced avocado, sour cream, sliced jalapenos and fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning; top with diced tomatoes and green chiles. Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer inserted into chicken reads 165°, 3-4 hours., Shred meat with 2 forks. Return to slow cooker and add salt; heat through. Serve on tostada shells with cheese and optional ingredients as desired., Pressure cooker option: Place 1/2 cup water in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Add chicken and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Top with diced tomatoes and green chiles. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure cook on high for 8 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. A thermometer inserted into chicken should read at least 165°., Shred meat with 2 forks. Return to pressure cooker and add salt; heat through. Serve on tostada shells with cheese and optional toppings as desired., Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 858mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

BLACK BEAN TOSTADAS



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I made up this recipe trying to duplicate the black bean tostadas at my favorite Mexican restaurant! They taste great and are quick, easy, and healthy!

Provided by Nellie Fiorenzi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) can refried black beans
1 (16 ounce) can black beans
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
8 corn tostada shells
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup salsa, or as desired
¼ cup shredded lettuce, or as desired
¼ cup sour cream, or as desired
¼ cup guacamole, or as desired

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Combine refried black beans, black beans, green chiles, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until warm and combined, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Place tostada shells on an ungreased baking sheet and evenly distribute bean mixture between them. Top with Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, watching carefully to avoid burning tostadas, 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Serve immediately and garnish with salsa, lettuce, sour cream, and guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 28.3 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 813.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN SPICY MEXICAN SHREDDED PORK TOSTADAS - TI



America's Test Kitchen Spicy Mexican Shredded Pork Tostadas - Ti image

Saw them make this on ATK and had to copy down the recipe to make in the future. It looked scrumptious! For garnish it lists Queso Fresco, fresh cilantro, sour cream, diced avocado and lime wedges.

Provided by Kerena

Categories     Mexican

Time 2h20m

Yield 12 tostadas, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs boneless pork butt, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium onions, 1 quartered and 1 chopped fine
5 medium garlic cloves, 3 peeled and smashed and 2 minced
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon dried chipotle powder
2 bay leaves
3/4 cup vegetable oil
12 corn tortillas (6-inch)
salt

Steps:

  • Bring pork, quartered onion, smashed garlic, thyme, 1 tsp salt and 6 cups water to simmer in large saucepan over medium-high heat, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface. Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover and cook until pork is tender, 75-90 minutes. Drain pork, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid. Discard onion, garlic and thyme. Return pork to saucepan and using potato masher, mash until shredded into rough 1/2" pieces. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in 12" nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add shredded pork, chopped onion and oregano; cook, stirring often until pork is well browned and crisp, 7-10 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in tomato sauce, chipotle powder, reserved pork cooking liquid and bay leaves; simmer until almost all liquid has evaporated, 5-7 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaves and season to taste with salt.
  • To fry tostadas, heat vegetable oil in 8" heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat to 350 degrees. Using fork, poke center of each tortilla 3-4 times (to prevent puffing and allow for even cooking). Fry 1 at a time, holding tortilla down to keep it submerged. Drain on paper towel lined plate and season with salt to taste.
  • Spoon small amount of shredded pork onto center of each tostada and serve with garnishes.

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.

SHRIMP TOSTADAS WITH AVOCADO SALSA



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"Try this quick and easy entrée for a fun, different Southwest meal idea," suggesets Karen Gulkin of Greeley, Colorado. "A splash of lime in the black beans balances the rich avocado salsa and shrimp."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped, divided
1 tablespoon water
3 teaspoons lime juice, divided
2 teaspoons blackened seasoning, divided
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small navel orange, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
6 tostada shells
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons avocado, water, 1 teaspoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning and cumin. Set aside 1/4 cup beans; add remaining beans to avocado mixture and mash with a fork. Stir in reserved whole beans. Set aside., For salsa, in a small bowl, combine orange, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and the remaining avocado and 2 teaspoons lime juice. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Place tostada shells on ungreased baking sheets; spread with bean mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake until bean mixture is heated through and cheese is melted, 4-6 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and remaining 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 4-6 minutes. Arrange over tostada shells; serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 446mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEF TOSTADAS



Beef Tostadas image

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.

SHRIMP & AVOCADO TOSTADAS RECIPE BY TASTY



Shrimp & Avocado Tostadas Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: corn tortillas, olive oil, shrimp, english cucumber, tomato, avocado, red onion, lemon, lime, fresh cilantro, salt, serrano pepper

Provided by Greg Perez

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 tostadas

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 corn tortillas
olive oil, to taste
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup english cucumber, diced
1 cup tomato, diced
1 avocado, diced
1 cup red onion, diced
1 lemon, juiced
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
salt, to taste
1 serrano pepper, finely chopped, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
  • Lay the corn tortillas on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and lightly brush both sides with olive oil.
  • Bake the tortillas for 5 minutes and then flip them over continue baking another 5 minutes. The tostadas should be brown and crispy. Set the pan aside to cool.
  • Roughly chop the shrimp and transfer to a bowl.
  • Add the cucumber, tomato, avocado, red onion, lemon juice, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and serrano chile (optional), and stir to combine.
  • Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  • Spoon the shrimp mixture onto the tostadas.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CRAB TOSTADAS



Crab Tostadas image

Provided by Lourdes Castro

Categories     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Cinco de Mayo     Dinner     Lunch     Mayonnaise     Crab     Avocado     Jalapeño     Cilantro     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound lump crabmeat
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 jalapeño, stemmed and finely chopped
3 plum tomatoes, cored, seeded, and chopped
1/4 cup lightly packed cilantro leaves, chopped
2 limes, finely grated zest and juice
Salt and black pepper
8 flat tostada shells, packaged or homemade
1 avocado, pitted and thinly sliced
Garnish
Cilantro sprigs
2 limes, quartered

Steps:

  • Prepare the Crabmeat
  • Put the crabmeat in a bowl. Pick through it with your fingers to remove any cartilage.
  • Combine the Ingredients
  • Add the oil, mayonnaise, onion, jalapeño, tomatoes, cilantro, and lime zest and juice to the crabmeat. Using a rubber spatula or spoon, gently fold (or toss) all ingredients until well blended. Season well with salt and pepper.
  • Assemble and Serve
  • Top each tostada shell with a few slices of avocado, place a generous serving of the crabmeat mixture over it, and garnish with a sprig of cilantro. Serve each with a lime wedge.

CRISPY GROUND TURKEY TOSTADAS



Crispy Ground Turkey Tostadas image

These fresh, delicious crispy ground turkey tostadas are made with lots of taco spices, sassy poblano, and tasty pickled red onions.

Provided by Culinary Envy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 59m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
¼ cup Mexican crema
2 limes
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 chayote - peeled, halved, seeded, and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 poblano pepper - seeds and white ribs removed, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
6 (6 inch) flour tortillas
cooking spray
6 sprigs cilantro, minced, divided
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ pounds ground turkey
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup guacamole
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place red onion slices and crema in separate small bowls. Zest limes into another small bowl. Halve limes and squeeze juice into a fourth small bowl.
  • Stir 1 teaspoon lime juice into the bowl of crema. Add the remaining lime juice to the bowl with the red onions; stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and let marinate at room temperature until pickled, at least 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chayote and poblano pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until golden and tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Coat tortillas on both sides with cooking spray. Place tortillas on a large baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crisped and lightly brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir the lime zest, 1/2 the cilantro, onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt into the chayote-poblano mixture. Pour mixture into a bowl.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 7 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup water, taco seasoning, and chili powder. Cook until water has evaporated, about 4 minutes.
  • Spread guacamole over each crisped tortilla; top with chayote-poblano mixture, ground turkey, pickled onions, lime crema, and remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 93.3 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 815.1 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CHICKEN TOSTADAS



Chicken Tostadas image

If you like Mexican fare, you're going to love these piled-high chicken tostadas! They make a quick-to-fix weekday dinner. -Janet Briggs

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 flour tortillas (8 inches)
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons chili powder, divided
1 teaspoon ground cumin, divided
1/2 cup salsa
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 cups finely chopped tomatoes, drained
1 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups torn romaine
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place tortillas on ungreased baking sheets; spritz both sides with cooking spray. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 7 minutes; turn and bake 3 minutes longer or until crisp. Set aside. , In a food processor, process the beans until smooth. In a large saucepan, combine the beans, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin and salsa; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; set aside. , Sprinkle chicken with remaining chili powder and cumin. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken over medium heat for 5 minutes or until chicken juices run clear, stirring constantly. , Spread bean mixture over tortillas to within 1/2 in. of edges of tortillas. Top with the chicken, tomatoes, onion and cheese. Bake at 350° for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with romaine. Garnish with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN TOSTADAS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 58m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup canola oil, plus more for frying
4 corn tortillas, preferably white
Kosher salt
1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Freshly ground pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ancho chili paste or adobo sauce (from a can of chipotles in adobo)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 cups finely shredded green or red cabbage
1 bunch radishes (about 6), julienned
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 rotisserie chicken, skinned and shredded into large pieces

Steps:

  • Heat 1/2 inch oil in a small heavy skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Fry tortillas one at a time until golden and crisp, 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
  • Cool the oil slightly and discard all but 2 tablespoons. Add the beans and cumin and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the broth and cook, smashing the beans, until saucy and hot. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Whisk the garlic, chili paste, 2 tablespoons lime juice, the sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Slowly whisk in 1/4 cup oil to make a dressing; add the cabbage, radishes and cilantro and toss. Mix the sour cream and the remaining 2 tablespoons lime juice in another bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Top each tortilla with beans, chicken, cabbage salad and sour cream.

TANGY TURKEY TOSTADAS



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I'm a health fitness specialist and personal trainer, so I know how important it is to make smart food choices to fuel my day. These fast and filling tostadas are packed with lean protein, fiber and a good dose of veggies. Have them any night of the week. -Julie Huntington, Memphis, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1-1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup salsa
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 drops hot pepper sauce
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
16 tostada shells
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook turkey, mushrooms, pepper and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking turkey into crumbles; drain. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in beans, salsa, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper sauce. Cook, uncovered, 4-5 minutes or until heated through. Add cheese and corn; heat through. Spread about 1/3 cup filling over each tostada shell. Sprinkle with lettuce, tomatoes and cilantro. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary. Serve on tostada shells with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 739mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SHREDDED BEEF TOSTADAS (SALPICON)



Shredded Beef Tostadas (Salpicon) image

Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h40m

Yield 6 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

One 2-pound boneless beef brisket
1 large white onion, quartered
Kosher salt
3/4 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 tablespoons dried crumbled Mexican oregano
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup seeded chopped cucumber (from 1/2 English or hothouse cucumber)
1 cup seeded chopped tomatoes (from 2 tomatoes)
1/2 cup capers, drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 radishes, finely chopped
12 corn tortillas
2 avocados, halved, pitted, peeled and sliced, for serving

Steps:

  • Put the brisket in a large pot and fill with enough water to cover the meat by an inch. Add the onion quarters and 1/4 cup salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer partially covered until the brisket is very tender, 2 1/2 hours. Add more water if needed to keep the meat covered. Turn off the heat and let the brisket cool in the cooking liquid to room temperature. Drain the brisket, discard the water and cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking the olive oil and vinegar in a medium bowl until well combined. Add the lime juice, red onion and oregano and whisk again. Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
  • Shred the brisket into a large bowl. Add the cucumbers, tomatoes, capers, cilantro and radishes and toss to combine. Add the vinaigrette and toss to coat. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  • To make the grilled tostadas: Heat a grill pan on the stovetop over medium-high heat. Place a corn tortilla onto the hot pan until the tortilla is crisp with a slight char. Cook for about 5 minutes each side. Scoop the shredded beef salad onto the grilled tostada and garnish with some avocado slices.

CRISPY TURKEY TOSTADAS



Crispy Turkey Tostadas image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 cups shredded cooked turkey or chicken (12 ounces; see Tip)
8 corn tortillas
Canola or olive oil cooking spray
1 avocado, pitted
1/4 cup prepared salsa
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 14-ounce can petite diced tomatoes, preferably with jalapenos

Steps:

  • Shredded leftover turkey tops homemade tostadas in this Tex-Mex favorite. Making your own tostada shells from fresh corn tortillas is easier than you might think-crisp them up in the oven while you prepare the toppings. Choose either regular petite diced tomatoes or those with added jalapenos, depending on your inclination for spicy food. Serve with black beans, rice and extra salsa or hot sauce on the side.;
  • Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 375degreesF. Bring tomatoes and their juice to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and most of the liquid has evaporated, 15 to 20 minutes. Add turkey (or chicken) and cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Meanwhile, coat tortillas on both sides with cooking spray. Divide the tortillas between 2 large baking sheets. Bake, turning once, until crisped and lightly brown, about 10 minutes. Mash avocado in a bowl. Stir in salsa, sour cream and cilantro until combined. To assemble tostadas, spread each crisped tortilla with some of the avocado mixture. Top with the turkey (or chicken) mixture, lettuce and cheese.
  • NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 397 calories; 15 g fat (5 g sat, 7 g mono); 86 mg cholesterol; 34 g carbohydrate; 33 g protein; 8 g fiber; 621 mg sodium; 709 mg potassium. Nutrition bonus: Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Vitamin A & Vitamin C (20% daily value), Iron (15% dv). 2 Carbohydrate Servings Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch, 2 vegetable, 4 lean meat, 1 1/2 fat
  • TIP: To poach chicken breasts, place boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a medium skillet or saucepan. Add lightly salted water to cover and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer gently until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the middle, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • From www.eatingwell.com with permission. 2009 Eating Well Inc. Photo by Ken Burris;

EASY CRAB TOSTADAS



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These are delicious tostadas, my whole family makes them and loves them. My husband doesn't care to much for seafood but always looks forward to eating this.

Provided by jjwilson_1

Categories     Crab

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package tostadas
1 (16 ounce) package crab (immitation crab is fine)
4 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion (or less)
chopped cilantro
1 lemon, juice of
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream, 8oz
salt
hot sauce (optional)
1 avocado (optional)

Steps:

  • chop up crab or pull apart with your hands put all ingredients together in a bowel and drench with lemon and salt. Put sour cream on tostada top with crab mixture and top with slices of avocado and any kind of hot sauce if you want.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.9, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 119.5, Sodium 404.6, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.6, Protein 24.8

REFRIED BEAN TOSTADAS



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For a change of pace, you can substitute purchased tostada shells for tortillas or add more lettuce and use taco salad shells. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 tostadas.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 flour tortillas (8 inches)
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup diced zucchini
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa
1 can (7 ounces) white or shoepeg corn, drained
1 can (16 ounces) vegetarian refried beans, warmed
1-1/2 cups shredded lettuce
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
1-1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
6 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large ungreased skillet, cook tortillas for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove and set aside. , In the same skillet, saute mushrooms and zucchini in oil until crisp-tender. Add salsa and corn; cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. , Spread refried beans over each tortilla; top with lettuce, salsa mixture, cheese, avocados, tomatoes and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588 calories, Fat 31g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 1250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN TOSTADAS



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These chicken tostadas are perfect served as a simple weeknight meal or when you want to wow guests without spending all day in the kitchen. Just the right amount of smoky spiciness from the peppers and a nice creaminess from the cheese.

Provided by Jaay

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (6 inch) corn tortillas
cooking spray
1 small tomato, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
1 ½ tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
¾ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
⅓ cup sliced black olives
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray both sides of each tortilla with cooking spray; place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake tortillas in the preheated oven until crisp and lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • While tortillas are baking, combine tomato, green onions, lime juice, and cilantro in a bowl; set aside.
  • Mix cream cheese and chipotle pepper in a separate bowl until well blended. Remove tortillas from the oven. Spread mixture over tortillas; top with chicken and cheese.
  • Return tortillas to the oven and continue baking until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Top with the tomato mixture, olives, and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 100.7 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 452.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right tortilla: Corn or flour tortillas can be used for tostadas. Corn tortillas are more traditional, while flour tortillas are softer and easier to work with.
  • Toast the tortillas: Toasting the tortillas gives them a crispy texture and helps to prevent them from becoming soggy when topped with ingredients.
  • Use a variety of toppings: Tostadas can be topped with a variety of ingredients, such as beans, rice, meat, seafood, vegetables, and cheese. Get creative and experiment with different combinations.
  • Don't overload the tostadas: Tostadas should be topped with a moderate amount of ingredients so that they can be easily eaten without falling apart.
  • Serve immediately: Tostadas are best served immediately after they are made. This will help to prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Tostadas are a delicious and versatile Mexican dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little creativity, you can create tostadas that are both flavorful and visually appealing. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tostadas a try!

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