Description
These Mexican Tostadas de Carne Asada feature tender, marinated grilled steak served on crispy tostada shells with warm refried beans and fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, queso fresco, and cilantro. Perfect for a flavorful main course with vibrant Mexican flavors and easy assembly.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade and Steak
- 1 pound flank or skirt steak
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Tostadas and Toppings
- 8 tostada shells
- 1 cup refried beans, warmed
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Optional: hot sauce or crema for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. This mixture will infuse the steak with bright, smoky flavors.
- Marinate the Steak: Place the flank or skirt steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Ensure the steak is well coated, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Grill the Steak: Preheat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, shaking off excess. Grill the steak for 4 to 5 minutes per side, depending on your preferred doneness. Once cooked, let the steak rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Slice the Steak: Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain. This step ensures the meat remains tender and easy to eat on the tostadas.
- Assemble the Tostadas: Spread a layer of warm refried beans evenly onto each tostada shell. Top with shredded lettuce, sliced carne asada, diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, avocado slices, crumbled queso fresco, and fresh cilantro.
- Add Finishing Touches: Drizzle each tostada with crema or hot sauce according to your preference. Serve immediately while the tostadas are crisp and the steak is juicy.
Notes
- You can substitute tostada shells with small corn tortillas crisped in the oven or skillet for a homemade touch.
- Carne asada can be grilled, broiled, or pan-seared depending on your preference and weather conditions.
- These tostadas are excellent for gatherings or build-your-own tostada bars, allowing guests to customize their toppings.
