Fried Tostada Shells
Create crispy and flavorful tostada shells at home using this fried method. Perfect for loading with your favorite toppings for a delicious and customizable meal.
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Servings: 8
Calories: 60kcal
Cost: $1.50
Equipment
- frying pan or saute pan
- paper bag or paper towels
Ingredients
- 8 corn tortillas
- Pure Olive Oil high heat oil
- fine sea salt optional
Instructions
Heat Oil:
- In a large saute or frying pan, add enough oil to submerge a tortilla halfway (approximately 1/4 inch deep).
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Test the oil by dipping a tortilla edge into the oil -- if it bubbles/sizzles immediately the oil should be ready.
Fry Tortillas:
- Using tongs, carefully place a tortilla into the hot oil.
- Fry for about 1-2 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. If your pan is big enough you can fry multiple tortillas at a time.
- Adjust heat if needed to prevent burning.
Drain and Season:
- Once each tortilla is crispy, use tongs to transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Sprinkle with salt if desired.
Repeat:
- Repeat the process for the remaining tortillas.
Serve:
- Allow tostada shells to cool slightly before adding your favorite toppings.
- Serve immediately for the best crunch.
Notes
Customize: add toppings like refried beans, pinto beans, lettuce, cabbage, tomatoes, pickles, cheese, and salsa.
Experiment: try different tortillas, different oils or even adding spices after frying like chili powder for varied flavors. These also make for a delightful breakfast with beans and fried eggs.
Storage: store any leftover tostadas in an airtight container for 2-5 days.
Tortilla chips or strips: the same method above can be used to make tortilla chips or strips by cutting the tortilla into pieces before frying.
Experiment: try different tortillas, different oils or even adding spices after frying like chili powder for varied flavors. These also make for a delightful breakfast with beans and fried eggs.
Storage: store any leftover tostadas in an airtight container for 2-5 days.
Tortilla chips or strips: the same method above can be used to make tortilla chips or strips by cutting the tortilla into pieces before frying.
Nutrition
Serving: 30g | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg