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Crispy Tostada with Fresh Toppings — traditional dish from Throughout Mexico, Mexico
Snack Vegetarian

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Nutritional Values

🔥380kcal
💪12gProtein
🌾45gCarbs
🥑18gFat
🌿9gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten

Crispy Tostada with Fresh Toppings

How to order / say it
Say it Tostada — [toss-TAH-dah]
Order I'd like the tostada, please.
Locally Quisiera la tostada, por favor.
Say locally

A crunchy corn tortilla topped with various fresh ingredients.

Why try it?

Tostadas offer a delightful introduction to the simplicity and flavor of Mexican street food. Their versatility in toppings also showcases the rich produce and diverse ingredients of the region.

How it tastes

Crisp and flavorful, each bite combines the crunch of the tortilla with a mix of refreshing and savory toppings such as beans, lettuce, cheese, and salsa.

Origin & History — first documented: 1900

The tostada's origins trace back to pre-Hispanic times as a method to extend the life of tortillas. By the 20th century, the tostada became a staple in Mexican cuisine, popular in both home cooking and street food across the country.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 2 corn tortillas
  • 🫘 150 g refried beans
  • 🥕 50 g lettuce
  • 🥛 50 g queso fresco
  • 🥣 50 g salsa
  • 🥕 1 avocado

Method

  1. 1 Fry corn tortillas in oil until crispy.
  2. 2 Spread refried beans on each tortilla.
  3. 3 Top with lettuce, salsa, and crumbled queso fresco.
  4. 4 Add slices of avocado before serving.

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