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Beef Mince Tostadas with Lime Crema

Beef Mince Tostadas with Lime Crema

Eleanor Craig
Inspired by the vibrant street food of Mexico, these Beef Mince Tostadas are a captivating fusion of crunchy textures and zesty flavors. Featuring a rich minced beef topping infused with spices and topped with a refreshing lime crema, this dish provides an authentic taste of Mexican culinary heritage while adding a modern twist. Perfect for sharing, these tostadas bring a lively and festive spirit to your table, making them a delightful choice for gatherings or a casual weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course MainCourse
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 tostadas
Calories 560 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

Beef Filling

  • Raw meat mince500 grams ground beef (minced beef) - Choose grass-fed for better flavor
  • Glass bowl of olive oil isolated on white background1 tbsp olive oil - Extra virgin preferred
  • Ripe yellow onion on a white background1 medium onion - Finely chopped
  • garlic2 cloves garlic - Minced
  • ground cumin1 tsp cumin
  • Heap of dried coriander seed and ground coriander on white background1 tsp ground coriander
  • Sweet pepper red paprika powder in wooden bowl over white1 tsp smoked paprika
  •  
    1 cup canned tomatoes - Crushed
  • wooden bowl of salt1 pinch salt - to taste
  • Ground black pepper pile, paths, top1 pinch ground black pepper - to taste

Lime Crema

  • bowl of sour cream½ cup sour cream
  • Fresh Ripe Lime1 medium lime - Juiced and zested
  • wooden bowl of salt1 pinch salt - to taste

Assembly

  •  
    8 round corn tostadas - Store-bought or homemade
  • avocados isolated1 medium avocado - Sliced
  • big bunch of fresh green cilantro isolated½ cup cilantro - fresh, chopped
  • Feta cheese cubes on white¼ cup feta cheese - crumbled

Instructions
 

  • Start by preparing the beef filling. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat (around 160°C / 320°F). Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and spices (cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika) to the skillet. Stir until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high and add the beef mince. Cook while breaking it apart with a spatula until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes to the beef mixture. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and let it cook for another 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the lime crema by mixing sour cream with lime juice, lime zest, and a pinch of salt. Adjust lime juice to taste for desired tanginess.
  • To assemble, spread a spoonful of beef filling onto each tostada. Top with sliced avocado, a drizzle of lime crema, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, and crumbled feta.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add chopped jalapeños to the beef mixture while cooking. To make the dish gluten-free, ensure tostadas are made from 100% corn.

Nutrition

Calories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 26gFat: 44gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 114mgSodium: 319mgPotassium: 897mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 814IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 147mgIron: 4mg
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