Oh yes—Ground Beef Tostadas are crunchy, fast, and packed with bold flavor 🌮🔥
Perfect for busy nights or casual dinners.
Ground Beef Tostadas
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
Beef
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1 lb (450 g) ground beef
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp chili powder
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & pepper to taste
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½ cup tomato sauce or salsa
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Optional: ½ cup refried beans (very traditional)
Tostadas & Toppings
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8–10 tostada shells
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Shredded lettuce
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Diced tomatoes
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Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
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Sour cream
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Guacamole or sliced avocado
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Cilantro (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
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Heat a skillet over medium heat.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned.
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Stir in onion and garlic; cook until soft.
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Add cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in tomato sauce (and refried beans if using).
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Simmer 5–7 minutes until thick and flavorful.
2️⃣ Assemble the Tostadas
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Warm tostada shells briefly in the oven (optional).
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Spread a thin layer of refried beans (if using).
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Spoon seasoned ground beef on top.
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Add lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and avocado.
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Finish with sour cream and cilantro.
Tips for the Best Tostadas
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Keep beef thick, not watery, so shells stay crunchy
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Add a squeeze of lime for brightness
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Layer beans first → protects the tostada from sogginess
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Serve immediately
Variations
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Spicy: add chipotle or hot sauce
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Tex-Mex: top with queso
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Street-style: minimal toppings + salsa roja
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Baked version: sprinkle cheese over beef and broil 1–2 minutes
Crunchy, savory, and totally customizable—this is comfort food with a crunch.
If you want, I can also share:
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A 20-minute weeknight version
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A crispy oven-baked tostada shell method
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Or a healthier ground turkey tostada