Crispy Beef Tostadas

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistible Crispy Beef Tostadas, a vibrant and flavor-packed Mexican-inspired dish that's as customizable as it is satisfying. Featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef infused with warm spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this recipe delivers bold, savory flavors in every bite. Each tostada shell is layered with creamy refried beans (optional), crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, gooey melted cheese, and creamy dollops of sour cream and guacamole, all finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lime. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking, these tostadas offer a quick, crowd-pleasing dinner option that's perfect for taco night or casual entertaining. Whether you're a fan of crunchy textures or crave bold, layered flavors, these crispy tostadas are sure to hit the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.25 cup Beef broth or water
• 8 pieces Tostada shells
• 1 cup Refried beans (optional)
• 2 cups Shredded lettuce
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Guacamole
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 pieces Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Drain excess grease from the skillet, if necessary.

Step 6

Sprinkle chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the beef and stir well to combine.

Step 7

Stir in the tomato paste and beef broth (or water) and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to slightly reduce.

Step 8

While the beef cooks, warm the tostada shells on a baking sheet in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 3-5 minutes, or according to package instructions.

Step 9

Optional: Heat the refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed through.

Step 10

Assemble the tostadas by spreading a layer of refried beans (if using) on each shell.

Step 11

Top each tostada with a generous portion of the seasoned ground beef.

Step 12

Add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese on top of the beef.

Step 13

Finish with dollops of sour cream and guacamole, and sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 14

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tostadas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1872.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3442.6

Total Fat 227.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 458.5mg	0%
Sodium 6767.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.5g	0%
Total Sugars 27.8g
Protein 138.9g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1436.1mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 4093.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.4%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 27.0%