Shredded Beef Tostadas with Salsa Fresca

Name: Shredded Beef Tostadas with Salsa Fresca
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Ingredients: 2 cup shredded beef (cooked); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 0.5 yellow onion (medium, diced); 2 clove garlic (minced); 0.5 cup beef broth; 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 4 corn tostada shells; 1 cup romaine lettuce (shredded); 1 Roma tomato (diced); 0.25 red onion (small, finely diced); 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped); 1 tablespoon lime juice (fresh)

Crispy corn tortillas topped with savory quick-simmered shredded beef, cool lettuce, and a bright, zesty salsa fresca for a fast and flavorful Latin dinner.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 17 min
Total: 27 min
Servings: 2
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $10.49/serving

Dietary

Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Egg-Free
Gluten-Free
High-Protein
Low-Sugar

Ingredients

2 cup shredded beef (cooked)
1 tablespoon olive oil
0.5 yellow onion (medium, diced)
2 clove garlic (minced)
0.5 cup beef broth
0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
0.25 teaspoon salt
4 corn tostada shells
1 cup romaine lettuce (shredded)
1 Roma tomato (diced)
0.25 red onion (small, finely diced)
2 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 tablespoon lime juice (fresh)

Instructions

For the shredded beef: Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add diced yellow onion and sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the cooked shredded beef, beef broth, ground cumin, dried oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has mostly absorbed and the beef is heated through and flavorful.
While the beef simmers, prepare the salsa fresca: In a small bowl, combine diced Roma tomato, finely diced red onion, chopped fresh cilantro, and fresh lime juice. Toss to combine.
Warm the corn tostada shells according to package directions, if necessary (some are ready-to-eat).
To assemble, spread a portion of the shredded beef onto each tostada shell. Top with shredded romaine lettuce and a generous spoon of the fresh salsa fresca. Serve immediately.

Notes

Using pre-cooked shredded beef is key to making this recipe quick. You can find pre-cooked beef at some grocery stores or use leftovers from a previous meal. Tostadas are best enjoyed immediately to maintain crispness.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 440
Protein: 38.5 g
Carbohydrates: 26.2 g
Fat: 20.8 g
Fiber: 4.1 g
Sodium: 750 mg
Saturated Fat: 6.8 g
Sugar: 3.5 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg