🥩 Mexican Tostadas de Carne Asada 🥩

Savor the Vibrant Flavors of Mexico Right at Your Dinner Table

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

For the Tostadas:
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 8-10 corn tostada shells
- 2 cups guacamole (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Sliced jalapeños (optional for spice)
- Lime wedges for serving

For the Carne Asada:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2-3 limes)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 lbs flank steak or skirt steak
- Fresh cilantro for garnish

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Prepare the Carne Asada marinade by mixing olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Place the steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over it, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor infusion.
3. Heat a grill or skillet over high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill or cook the steak for about 5-7 minutes per side, until desired doneness.
4. Let the steak rest for a few minutes after cooking, then slice it against the grain into thin strips.
5. Assemble the tostadas by placing shells on a platter, topping each with carne asada, guacamole, sour cream or crema, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and jalapeños if desired.
6. Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

Per serving:
- Calories: 390
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fiber: 5g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For an extra kick, add a sprinkle of chili powder to the marinade.
- If you prefer a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream.

⏳ Preparation Time ⏳

Preparation time: 75 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes | Serving: 4