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Mexican Tostadas de Carne Asada

Savory Mexican Tostadas de Carne Asada for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Delight in Mexican Tostadas de Carne Asada, featuring grilled steak and fresh toppings—a perfect easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tostadas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice or lemon juice
  • 3 cloves minced garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin or omit for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust for heat level
  • 1 teaspoon salt use sea salt or kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper can substitute with white pepper
For the Tostadas
  • 1 pound flank or skirt steak or use sirloin or ribeye
  • 8 pieces tostada shells or baked corn tortillas
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes use canned tomatoes if needed
  • 1/2 cup red onion or green onions for milder taste
  • 1 piece jalapeño omit or replace with bell peppers
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage for extra texture
  • 1 piece avocado or use guacamole
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro omit if not preferred

Equipment

  • Grill
  • skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • large platter

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until combined. Coat the flank or skirt steak thoroughly in the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Grill marinated steak for 4-6 minutes on each side until desired doneness. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  3. While the steak rests, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and a sprinkle of salt in a bowl. Mix until well incorporated and let sit for about 5 minutes.
  4. Gather tostada shells on a platter. Layer each shell with sliced carne asada, shredded lettuce, avocado, salsa, and finish with diced red onion and fresh cilantro.
  5. Serve with lime wedges on the side for extra citrus flavor. Enjoy immediately for crispy tostadas and fresh toppings!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tostadaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider marinating the steak for longer for maximum flavor. Store leftover ingredients separately for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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