Craving a mouthwatering Mexican dish that's both easy to make and bursting with fresh flavors? Look no further! These incredible tostadas are about to transform your home cooking game, bringing the vibrant streets of Mexico right to your dinner table. With a zesty tomatillo salsa that will make your taste buds dance and a perfect balance of crispy, creamy, and tangy elements, this recipe is your ticket to an instant culinary adventure that takes just 30 minutes to prepare!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tomatillos
- 1 jalapeño
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare the tomatillo salsa first by removing the papery husk from the tomatillos and rinsing them thoroughly under cool water.
- Dice the tomatillos and jalapeño, removing the seeds from the jalapeño for a milder salsa. Finely chop the fresh cilantro.
- In a small bowl, combine the diced tomatillos, jalapeño, and cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and mix well. Set aside to let flavors meld.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. If you want crispy tostadas, lightly brush each corn tortilla with oil and cook until golden and crisp on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Alternatively, for a softer base, warm the tortillas directly on the skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
- Spread a thin layer of warm refried beans evenly across each tortilla.
- Top the beans with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and crumbled queso fresco.
- Dollop a spoonful of sour cream on top of each tostada.
- Generously spoon the fresh tomatillo salsa over the tostadas.
- Serve immediately while the tortillas are still warm and crisp, with extra lime wedges on the side if desired.
Tips
- • For extra crispy tortillas, use a cast-iron skillet and ensure it's properly heated before cooking • If you prefer less heat, completely remove the jalapeño seeds when making the salsa • Use room temperature ingredients for the best flavor melding in your salsa • Don't overcrowd the skillet when crisping tortillas - work in batches if needed • For a more authentic touch, try warming your tortillas directly on a gas flame for a slight char • Prep all ingredients before starting to cook for a smooth, stress-free cooking experience • Serve immediately to enjoy the maximum crispness of the tortillas and freshness of the salsa
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
