How to Make Tostadas de Salpicon (Shredded Beef) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tostadas de Salpicon, also known as Shredded Beef Tostadas, is a popular and delicious Mexican dish that is perfect for a casual lunch or dinner. It is made with tender, shredded beef and served on crispy tostadas, topped with fresh and flavorful ingredients.

This dish is a great way to use up leftover cooked beef, and it's also a fantastic way to enjoy the bold and zesty flavors of Mexican cuisine. Whether you're a fan of spicy foods or just love a good, hearty meal, Tostadas de Sal...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound beef chuck roast
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 4 medium Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 large bay leaves
  • 2 serrano chile peppers
  • 2 medium limes, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup refried beans, warmed
  • 8 fried tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce, or to taste
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ cup sour cream, or to taste
  • ½ cup salsa, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 tostadas

  • Combine chuck roast, broth, tomatoes, onion, bay leaves, serrano chiles, lime juice, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large pot pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until meat is tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Remove roast from pot and shred meat with 2 forks.
  • To assemble tostadas, spread a layer of refried beans on tortillas, layer shredded beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream and salsa.
  • Nutrition

    353 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 60mg
    • Sodium: 649mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 39mg
    • Calcium: 110mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 915mg