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Simple Ground Pork Tostadas
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Simple Ground Pork Tostadas

Crispy spiced ground pork piled onto crunchy tostadas and topped with whatever you have in the fridge makes for a quick and flavourful meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tsp regular or smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried Mexican, or regular oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Aleppo pepper
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup taco sauce
  • salt and pepper
  • cooking oil
  • 1 pack 10 to 12 yellow or white corn tostadas, either store-bought and ready to use or homemade by baking or frying tortillas.
  • Tajin

Toppings

  • Iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • tomatoes, diced
  • radishes, sliced
  • salsa
  • sour cream
  • white onion, diced
  • cilantro, chopped fine
  • salsa verde
  • lime wedges
  • shredded mixed cheese, feta or cotija cheese

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil.
  • Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink and nicely browned all over.
  • Sprinkle in the spices: chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and Aleppo pepper. Stir to coat the pork evenly. Add the water, taco sauce and a pinch of salt and pepper, stirring to combine. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is gone.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Frying your Tostadas

  • Heat about 1-2 inches of cooking oil (canola or vegetable) in a heavy bottom skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 350°-375° F.
  • Add corn tortillas one at a time and fry for about 30–60 seconds per side until golden and crisp.
  • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate or baking sheet and sprinkle lightly with salt or Tajin while still warm.
  • Spoon the seasoned pork onto the tostadas and serve immediately with your favourite toppings and a lime wedge (to squeeze on top) while the tostadas are crisp.