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Tostada Recipe

Inspired by DAMA Fashion District - Downtown LA Restaurant & Bar
Time3h
Serves4

beef cheek, cabbage, queso fresco, avocado, hot pickled veg, lime, cilantro

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Ingredients

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Beef Cheek

Toppings

Tostada Base

Method

Prepare the Beef Cheek

1

Cook the Beef

In a large pot, combine beef cheek, chopped onion, minced garlic, beef broth, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 3 hours until the beef is tender.

2

Shred the Beef

Remove beef from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the beef with two forks and set aside.

Prepare the Tostada Base

3

Fry the Tortillas

In a frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry corn tortillas one at a time until golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Assemble the Tostadas

4

Top the Tostadas

On each crispy tortilla, layer shredded beef cheek, followed by shredded cabbage, crumbled queso fresco, slices of avocado, and hot pickled vegetables.

5

Garnish

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.