Tostadas de Tinga de Res

Beef on Chipotle-Tomato Salsa Tostadas

Tostadas de Tinga de Res take the smoky depth of chipotle & slow-cooked beef & layer it onto a crisp tortilla for a dish that’s rich, satisfying & full of character. It’s a hearty bite with gentle heat, balanced by creamy beans, fresh toppings & a little crunch. A flavour-packed tostada that brings together everything we love about real Mexican cooking.

SPICINESS

SERVES

4

COOKING TIME

2 hours, 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Pack 20cm La Tortillería tortillas
  • 1 kg beef chuck
  • 2 onions
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 5 peppercorns
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 800 g tomaotes
  • 2 chipotle chillies
  • 1/2 whole lettuce
  • 150 ml sour cream
  • 250 g refried beans
  • 1 radish, sliced

Cooking Instructions

  1.  Place the beef in a pot & add enough water to cover it by about 10 cm. Toss in half an onion, garlic cloves, bay leaves, peppercorns & 1 tablespoon of salt. Cook for 2 hours on medium heat.
  2. Blend the tomatoes, half an onion & chipotle chillies with a bit of water until smooth.
  3. Chop the lettuce & one onion.
  4. Once the meat is fully cooked, shred it up.
  5. Heat a little oil in a pan, then add a quarter of the sliced onion. Once it’s softened, pour in the salsa & let it simmer for about 10 minutes. Add the shredded meat & cook for another 20 minutes.
  6. To make the tostadas, cook the tortillas in a sandwich press for about 5 minutes one at a time.
  7. Spread a bit of refried beans, then add a layer of the beef tinga. Top with sliced onion, chopped lettuce, a dollop of sour cream & some radish slices.

¡Buen provecho!

 

 

 

 

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