This post has been sponsored by Tyson Foods, Inc. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Homemade Tostadas
Spring is finally in the air, warmer weather, blue skies, sunshine and best of all, friend and family get-togethers. One of our favorite spring-time celebrations is Cinco de Mayo and one of my favorite Mexican foods is Tostadas.
Tostadas are the perfect, authentic meal for Cinco de Mayo, crispy shell, shredded meat and topped with all the delicious veggies, cheese and sauces. This year I made the most delicious Pulled Pork Tostadas using TortillaLand© Corn Tortillas. TortillaLand© Corn Tortillas are fresh corn tortillas found in the refrigerator section of your local Safeway store. These tortillas are by far the freshest and most authentic I have ever used. With only 5 simple ingredients, I know my family is getting all the flavor without the additives.
I can always count on shopping at my local Safeway store to grab all the necessary ingredients to make any meal, including these delicious Pulled Pork Tostadas. Fresh produce and meat make the dish irresistible and easy to assemble. I never leave the store without checking my Safeway Just 4 U app with loads of savings on all the items I shop for regularly. I love the ease of browsing the weekly ad and the savings right at my fingertips.
Make this Cinco de Mayo extra special this year, be the hero and go one step further, fry some extra TortillaLand© Corn Tortillas and make your own homemade chips! Nothing goes better with guacamole. Simply cut your corn tortillas into 8 even triangles and fry for a quick few seconds and salt. Check out the recipes below for the ultimate Pulled Pork Tostadas and homemade chips, don’t forget to download your coupon to pick up your TortillaLand© Corn Tortillas.
Pulled Pork
Pork is such a versatile meat to cook with and can be used in a variety of ways. I love using my Instant Pot to make pulled pork, it is an easy hands off method to get the best results. A simple rub, pop into Instant Pot and you’ll be ready for your tostadas!
Spice Rub
- garlic
- kosher salt
- chili powder
- cumin
- toum garlic sauce *
- onions
If you do not have an Instant Pot, you can achieve the same pulled pork results by slow roasting in the oven, find the details in the notes at the bottom of the recipe.
Toppings
Besides a delicious fried corn shell and succulant pork, the toppings are just as important.
- tomatoes
- hot sauce
- cilantro (I like to use flat leaf parsley)
- lettuce
- avocado
- lime
- guacamole: simple guacamole includes: avocados, salt, garlic, lime and a hint of cilantro or parley
- Cotija cheese: a firm white cheese that is dry and salty, crumbles perfectly (of your favorite cheese – cheddar and queso also are good options)
As always, I love seeing your creations. Please leave a review or share your dish with me on social media which lets me know what is working for you! You can find me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest. For more delicious recipes to your inbox, sign up for my newsletter!
xoxo,
Cosette
Other recipes to try:
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Frozen Spicy Margarita
Instant Pot Chicken Shawarma
Mediterranean Lamb Bowls
Tostada Shells & Chips
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Category: bread
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Description
Homemade tortilla chips and tostada shells.
Ingredients
- TortillaLand© Corn Tortillas
- approximately 1/3 – 1/2 cup canola oil (or other neutral oil with high smoking point)
- kosher salt
Instructions
- In a wide pan with high sides, pour in your oil to reach about 1/2″ on sides of pan.
- Attach thermometer to side and watch temperature to reach 350 degrees.
- Place one TortillaLand© Corn Tortilla in the hot oil and let brown on one side for 30-45 seconds, using tongs, flip and repeat on opposite side.
- Place brown toasted tortilla on paper towel lined tray, repeat.
- To make homemade chips, repeat same process with cut pieces of tortilla, finish with a sprinkle of kosher salt.
Keywords: tostadas, pork, mexican, cinco de mayo, Instant Pot, instant pot pulled pork, easy pulled pork, party, pressure cooker, pulled pork, tostada shells, tostada recipe, gluten free, best instant pot pulled pork, shredded pulled pork
Pulled Pork Tostadas
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: pork
- Method: instant pot
- Cuisine: Mexican
Description
Delicious tender pork, perfect for filling tosadas.
Ingredients
- 3.5 pound pork loin
- 10 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp toum garlic sauce *
- 2 large onions
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Prep your pork loin by trimming any excess fat.
- Using a sharp knife, make 10 one inch slits to place your garlic.
- In a small bowl, mix your dry spices.
- Rub pork loin with prepared toum spread.*
- Rub pork loin with the spice mixture.
- In the pot of your Instant Pot, place rack and add your onion wedges and water.
- Next, add your prepared pork loin.
- Seal Instant Pot and set to “meat/stew” for 65 minutes.
- Allow to release naturally for at least 15 minutes.
- Open lid and shred pork to prepare for tostadas.
- Top toasted tostada shell with pulled pork, black/refried beans, avocados, cheese, lettuce, tomato, cilantro and lime. Enjoy warm!
Notes
*If you do not have toum, add in 2 tsp garlic powder to your spice mixture and rub pork loin with 2 tbsp olive oil.
*If you do not have an Instant Pot, you may cook your pork in the oven. Place in a roasting pan after seasoning as specified, add 2 cups water or broth and cover with foil. Roast in oven for 2-3 hours at 300 degrees. Pork should come out tender and able to shred.
Keywords: tostadas, pork, mexican, cinco de mayo, Instant Pot, instant pot pulled pork, easy pulled pork, party, pressure cooker, pulled pork, tostada shells, tostada recipe, gluten free, best instant pot pulled pork, shredded pulled pork
I have tried those raw tortillaland tortillas! Very good
Yes, they are so delicious!!!!! Definitely elevates taco night!!!!
xoxo,
Cosette