Pork Carnitas Tostadas
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Crispy fried tortillas topped with homemade pork carnitas and cheese!
Course:
Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine:
American, Mexican
Keyword:
best, Carnitas, Cinco de Mayo, Crock Pot, Easy, Leftover Pulled Pork, pork, Recipe, Slow Cooker, TikTok, Tostada
Servings: 8 tostadas
Calories: 378 kcal
Ingredients
- 8 street corn size tacos (flour or corn)
- vegetable oil
- 1 15 oz can refried beans
- 3 cups leftover shredded pork carnitas or smoked pork
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- Optional toppings: Cotija cheese, sour cream, jalapenos
Instructions
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In a small skillet over medium heat, fill with vegetable oil about 1 inch deep. After about 5 minutes the oil should be hot enough. Fry the tortillas one at a time about 45 seconds on each side until golden brown. Set aside on paper towel to drain.
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Place tortillas on a lined baking sheet. Make sure refried beans and pork carnitas are at room temperature or slightly warm. Spread each tortilla with beans, top with pork and cheese.
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Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of the oven. Turn broiler on high for one minute or until cheese is melted.
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Serve right away. Top with Cotija cheese, jalapenos, or sour cream if desired.