Name: Shredded Beef Tostadas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 140 min
Total time: 160 min
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder, or to taste; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander; 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste; 1 (2 pound) boneless beef chuck roast; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 0.5 cup chopped onion; 1.5 teaspoons minced fresh garlic; 1 cup beef stock; 1.5 cups chopped tomatoes, divided; 1 medium orange, juiced; 0.5 medium lime, juiced; 6 crispy tostada shells; 2 cups refried beans, warmed; 2 cups shredded lettuce; 1.5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese; 3 tablespoons salsa, or to taste; 3 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste; 3 tablespoons guacamole, or to taste; 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 6 wedges lime

Shredded Beef Tostadas

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Tostadas are delicious stacks of toppings on crispy, flat, corn tortillas. Spread a layer of refried beans, then a layer of delicious shredded beef, and add other layers of lettuce, cheese, chopped tomatoes and your favorite salsa or other toppings, and enjoy! This recipe is customizable for your family's tastes!

Submitted by Bibi

Updated on September 17, 2023

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

2 hrs 20 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs 40 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 tostadas

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Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

Spice Rub:

2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder, or to taste
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Beef:

1 (2 pound) boneless beef chuck roast
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh garlic
1 cup beef stock
1 ½ cups chopped tomatoes, divided
1 medium orange, juiced
½ medium lime, juiced

Tostadas:

6 crispy tostada shells
2 cups refried beans, warmed
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons salsa, or to taste
3 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste
3 tablespoons guacamole, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
6 wedges lime

Directions

Prepare spice rub: Combine chili powder, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Rub 1 tablespoon of the spice rub on each side of the chuck roast. Set remaining spice rub aside for later.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place seasoned roast in the hot oil and brown for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and keep warm.
Cook onions in the same skillet, stirring frequently, until they begin to turn clear, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in beef stock, 1/2 cup chopped tomato, orange juice, lime juice, and remaining spice rub.
Return the roast back to the skillet and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer gently until meat is tender and cooked through, about 2 hours. Remove meat from the skillet and transfer to a cutting board.
Carefully pour the skillet contents into a blender or food processor. Pulse several times, until sauce is smooth.
Remove the visible fat from the meat and discard. Shred the meat with two forks. Place shredded beef back into the skillet with about 3/4 cup of the pureed tomato sauce. Add more, if desired, to adjust the consistency. Refrigerate any unused tomato sauce in a sealed container for another use, if desired.
To assemble tostadas, spread about 1/3 cup refried beans on each tostada shell. Top with layers of shredded beef mixture, lettuce, Cheddar cheese, and reserved chopped tomatoes. Drizzle with salsa and add a dollop of sour cream and guacamole. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Cook’s Note

I've included a recipe for the shredded beef, but you can use leftover roast beef that has been shredded if you prefer. You can use a shortcut from the grocery store for the refried beans, or you can make your own.

Editorial Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of tomato sauce. The actual amount consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

559	Calories
34g	Fat
32g	Carbs
33g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 559
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g	43%
Saturated Fat 15g	74%
Cholesterol 108mg	36%
Sodium 783mg	34%
Total Carbohydrate 32g	12%
Dietary Fiber 8g	28%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 33g	66%
Vitamin C 35mg	39%
Calcium 300mg	23%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 756mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.