Few dishes capture the bold, colorful spirit of Mexican street food quite like Tostadas de Carne Asada. This dish takes marinated, grilled steak and layers it on top of a crisp tostada shell with classic toppings like refried beans, shredded lettuce, avocado, and fresh salsa. Every bite is crunchy, savory, and bursting with authentic flavor.
Whether you’re serving them up for Taco Tuesday, game night, or a casual family dinner, these tostadas are a crowd-pleaser that deliver restaurant-quality taste with minimal fuss. They’re also great for customizing—pile on your favorite toppings or keep it simple. Either way, the result is always delicious.
Ingredients
For the Carne Asada Marinade:
1½ pounds flank or skirt steak
¼ cup orange juice
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tostadas:
8 corn tostada shells (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup refried beans (warm)
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
1 avocado, sliced or mashed
½ cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheddar
Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Optional: sour cream, pickled jalapeños, hot sauce
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