Description
This Ground Beef Tostadas recipe is a quick and satisfying dinner idea with crispy tostada shells, seasoned beef, creamy guacamole, and fresh toppings. It’s easy to customize and perfect for weeknights, parties, or family-style meals. Keywords: ground beef tostadas, easy Mexican dinner, crispy tostada shells, taco night recipe.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
2 tbsp taco seasoning
8 tostada shells
1 cup refried beans
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup guacamole
1 cup pico de gallo
½ cup sour cream (optional)
¼ cup chopped cilantro
¼ cup chopped green onions
Instructions
1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break it apart using a spatula. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add taco seasoning and a splash of water. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes until well coated and flavorful.
3. Warm pre-made tostada shells in a 375°F oven for 3–4 minutes, or fry corn tortillas in oil until golden and crispy.
4. Spread a layer of refried beans on each tostada shell.
5. Add a generous spoonful of seasoned ground beef.
6. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of guacamole, a scoop of pico de gallo, sour cream, cilantro, and green onions.
7. Serve immediately while the tostadas are still crisp.
Notes
Assemble tostadas only when ready to serve to keep them crunchy.
Use 100% corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
Customize with toppings like jalapeños, lettuce, or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tostadas
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg