🌮 Ground Beef Tostadas 🌮

Satisfy your cravings with a quick and delicious fix! Perfect for busy weeknights or a fun family dinner. 

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8-10 tostada shells
- 1 can (15 oz) refried beans (optional)
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Sliced avocados or guacamole
- Sour cream or Mexican crema
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or queso fresco)
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)
- Salsa or hot sauce for serving

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until the onion becomes translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook until it is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
3. Mix in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
4. If using refried beans, warm them in a small saucepan.
5. Arrange the tostada shells on a serving platter.
6. Spread a layer of refried beans on each tostada shell, if desired.
7. Top each shell with a generous amount of the cooked ground beef.
8. Garnish with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado or guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, and jalapeños as desired.
9. Serve the tostadas immediately, accompanied by salsa or hot sauce.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

Each serving (1 tostada) approximately contains:
- Calories: 290
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 17g
- Fat: 18g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fiber: 3g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For an extra crispy base, lightly toast the tostada shells in the oven at 375°F for 3-5 minutes before assembling.
- Customize the toppings based on your preferences or what you have available. Black beans, corn, and pickled onions also make great additions.

⏳ Preparation time 🕒

Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes | Serving: Serves 4-6