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Mexican Tostada

Crispy fried corn tortillas topped with warm refried beans and fresh ingredients. Perfect for casual Mexican dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 12 corn tortillas.
  • Corn oil or olive oil for frying.
  • Salt.
  • 3 1/2 cups refried beans.
  • 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, sliced.
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped.
  • 12 avocados, chopped.
  • 8 ounces cheese (Monterrey Jack, Cheddar, or queso fresco).
  • 1 cup salsa or pickled jalapeños.
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped.

Instructions

  1. Warm refried beans in pan, keep creamy.
  2. Dry tortillas in 250°F oven for 10 minutes.
  3. Fry tortillas in hot oil until crisp.
  4. Drain on paper towels, salt lightly.
  5. Keep shells warm in 250°F oven.
  6. Set out toppings in separate bowls.
  7. Spread beans on shells, add toppings.

Notes

Oil must be very hot.
Dry tortillas first.
Don’t overload toppings.
Can use store-bought shells.

  • Author: Chef Stella

Nutrition

  • Calories: 586
  • Fat: 33 g
  • Carbohydrates: 57 g
  • Protein: 23 g