Tostadas de Kermes Authentic Mexican Recipe
In the time it takes to fry a tortilla, you can whip up this crisp, flavorful dish. Beans, cheese and vegetables make a great starting point, but feel free to pile on leftover chicken or beef and a drizzle of your favorite salsa as well.
Ingredients
| ~ | oil for frying | |
| 3 | corn tortilla | |
| ~ | cold refried beans | |
| ~ | shredded lettuce | |
| ~ | quesco fresco, crumbled | |
| ~ | tomatoes, chopped | |
| ~ | avocado, sliced | |
| ~ | Jalapeno peppers, sliced | |
| ~ | favorite salsa |
Directions
Line a clean work surface with paper towels.
- Pour ¼ inch of vegetable oil into a spacious, heavy-bottomed skillet set over a medium-high flame and heat until almost smoking.
- Lay the tortilla in the oil and fry until golden. Flip and repeat to cook the other side.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the tortilla from the oil and place it on the paper towels to drain.
- Place the tortilla on a plate and spread the cold beans on top.
- Top with the lettuce, quesco fresco, tomatoes, avocados and jalapenos.
- Serve promptly.
Preparation Time:
Approximately 15 minutes for three tostadas.
