Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsFry Bread HouseLoaded Tostada Recipe

Loaded Tostada Recipe

Inspired by Fry Bread House
Time40m
Serves4

GROUND BEEF, BEANS ONIONS, CHEESE, LETTUCE, TOMATO, SOUR CREAM, GREEN ONIONS & CILANTRO

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Ingredients

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Method

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  1. 1

    Prep toppings

    Wash and dry lettuce; shred lettuce if needed. Dice tomato; chop cilantro; slice green onions and set all toppings aside.

  2. 2

    Cook beef and onions

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add ground beef; cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat.

  3. 3

    Season and beans

    Return beef to the pan. Stir in taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water; simmer 2 minutes. Stir in refried beans and warm through, mashing slightly if you prefer a smoother spread.

  4. 4

    Warm shells

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange tostada shells on a baking sheet and bake 5-7 minutes until crisp and lightly golden.

  5. 5

    Assemble tostadas

    Spread a thin layer of warm bean mixture on each tostada shell. Top with beef mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Add shredded lettuce and diced tomato. Dollop with sour cream.

  6. 6

    Finish and serve

    Garnish with green onions and cilantro. If desired, finish with a squeeze of lime and serve immediately.

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