This recipe for ground beef and potato tostadas is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. The combination of seasoned ground beef and crispy potatoes piled high on a crunchy tostada shell is sure to be a hit with your family.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup water
- 8 tostada shells
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream, salsa, and chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
- Stir in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the diced potatoes and water to the skillet. Cover and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
- While the potatoes are cooking, preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Place the tostada shells on a baking sheet and sprinkle each one with a layer of shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- To assemble the tostadas, spoon the ground beef and potato mixture onto each tostada shell.
- Top with a dollop of sour cream, a spoonful of salsa, and a sprinkle of chopped fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Tostadas are a traditional Mexican dish that consists of a fried tortilla topped with various ingredients.
Potatoes are a versatile ingredient that add a hearty and filling element to this dish.
Ground beef is a budget-friendly protein that lends a savory flavor to the tostadas.