Shredded Pork Tostadas
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5.0
30 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs 15 mins
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Total Time
6 hrs 25 mins
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Servings
6 tostadas
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Calories
349 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Mexican
Shredded Pork Tostadas
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Shredded Pork Tostadas are easy and so flavorful! Tender pork is made in a slow-cooker and the tortillas are baked, not fried, making this a light, delicious meal.
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Ingredients
For the pork:
- 1 pound boneless country-style pork ribs or you can use pork shoulder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion coarsely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 Tablespoons chopped jalapeno you can use fresh but I actually like it from a jar the best
- 1/2 orange peel and all
- 1 Tablespoon canola oil
For the tostada shells:
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 Tablespoon canola oil
Additional toppings:
- lettuce
- black beans drained and rinsed
- diced tomatoes
- Diced avocado
- sliced olives
- light sour cream
- salsa
- cotija cheese crumbles
- cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Salt and pepper pork liberally. Combine the oregano and the cumin with olive oil and rub them all over the pork.
- Place the pork in a slow cooker and top with the onion, garlic, and jalapeño. Squeeze the orange over the pork (removing any seeds) and place the orange half in the slow cooker with the pork. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once the meat is tender, remove it from the slow cooker and let cool slightly before pulling it apart with a fork. In a large sauté pan, heat the canola oil over high heat. Press the shredded pork into the oil and fry until crusty on one side, cover, and set aside.
- In the meantime, preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Cover a cookie sheet with aluminum foil and place tortillas on top. Brush each tortilla with oil on both sides.
- Bake for 5 min on one side. Flip tortillas over and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes or until tortillas become crispy.
- Place about 1/4 cup of the pork mixture on each tostada (you will have leftover pork, heats up great for leftovers). Top with lettuce and additional toppings and serve!
Notes
- Nutrition does not include additional toppings.
- It is best to store the shredded pork in an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator for four to five days. When ready to reheat, place it in the microwave or on the stovetop to warm up.
- The crispy tostadas can be placed in an airtight bag and sealed to keep in the pantry. They will last about three to four days. Place all the toppings in individual containers or plastic bags and store them in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
349kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Cholesterol
60mg
(20%)
Sodium
75mg
(3%)
Potassium
308mg
(9%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
129IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
16mg
(18%)
Calcium
61mg
(6%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6tostadas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 349 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 349kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 75mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 308mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 129IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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