Kiwi Style Minced Beef Tostadas
Seasoned minced beef is piled onto crispy tostada shells with fresh toppings that add a touch of sweetness alongside the savory meat. The flavor profile draws on New Zealand-style beef seasoning combined with the crunch and structure of a traditional Mexican tostada. Everything is ready in about 30 minutes.
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Sharp knife
- 1 Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound minced beef preferably grass-fed
- 8 units tostada shells store-bought or homemade
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup diced tomatoes fresh or canned
- 1 large ripe kiwi peeled and diced
- 1 large avocado diced
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 teaspoon lime juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, and tomato paste. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant and the beef is well-coated.
- Add the diced tomatoes and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. The mixture should be flavorful and slightly thickened.
- In a separate bowl, combine the kiwi, avocado, red onion, and cilantro. Add the lime juice and toss gently to mix. This will be the fresh and tangy topping.
- To assemble, place an even amount of the beef mixture on each tostada shell. Top with the kiwi-avocado salsa. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding diced jalapeños to the beef mixture. Vegetarians can replace the beef with cooked black beans for a plant-based alternative.
Nutrition
Calories: 447kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 22gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 165mgPotassium: 830mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 360IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 69mgIron: 4mg
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