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Mexican Tostadas de Carne Asada

Savory Mexican Tostadas de Carne Asada for Taco Night Bliss

Delicious Mexican Tostadas de Carne Asada, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Beef Recipes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 tostadas
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade

  • 1 pound Flank steak or skirt steak
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper fresh cracked

For the Tostadas

  • 8 pieces Tostada shells
  • 2 cups Shredded lettuce
  • 2 medium Avocado sliced
  • 2 cups Diced tomatoes
  • 1 medium Diced red onion
  • 1 medium Diced jalapeño deseeded if preferred

For the Salsa

  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice for salsa
  • to taste Salt for salsa
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro garnish
  • 2 pieces Lime wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Submerge the steak in the marinade, ensuring it’s well coated. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for 4-6 minutes on each side until it reaches your desired doneness. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  • In a separate bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and lime juice. Sprinkle with salt to taste and stir well to mix flavors.
  • Place tostada shells on a serving platter and layer with sliced carne asada, shredded lettuce, avocado, and the vibrant salsa.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve lime wedges alongside.

Notes

For richer flavor, marinate longer. Grill on hot surface for best sear. Slice steak against the grain for tenderness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tostadaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Authentic Flavors, Carne Asada, Mexican Recipes, quick dinner, Taco Night, Tostadas
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