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Beef Tostadas

Recipe by Brooke Carson on InstagramAdded 2 April 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A delicious and customizable twist on traditional tacos, these beef tostadas are perfect for a fun and easy dinner. The crispy tortillas, flavorful beef, and melted cheese make for a satisfying meal that can be tailored to your tastes with your favorite toppings.

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Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (400°F).

  2. In a large pan over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Beef browns into small crumbles in the pan.

  3. Once the beef is browned, add in the taco seasoning and mix until well combined. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

  4. Set the beef mixture aside on a plate or tray.

  5. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

  6. Place the corn tortillas evenly on the prepared baking sheet, making sure not to overlap them.

  7. Brush both sides of each tortilla with avocado oil to prevent them from drying out and to add flavor.

  8. Bake the tortillas in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until they are firm and lightly golden brown.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Tortillas turn firm and lightly golden.

  9. Remove the tortillas from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over each one.

  10. Add a spoonful of the beef mixture on top of the cheese, leaving a small border around the edges of the tortilla.

  11. Sprinkle another layer of shredded cheese over the beef to help hold everything together and add extra flavor.

  12. Return the tostadas to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Cheese melts and bubbles over the beef.

  13. Remove the tostadas from the oven and top with your favorite fixings, such as diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, diced avocado, sour cream, and salsa.

  14. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips while you cook

Oil both sides of tortillas
Brush avocado oil on both sides of each tortilla before the first bake.
Layer and re‑bake for melty cheese
After the initial 10‑minute bake, add cheese and beef, then return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese melts.
Set beef aside early
Cook and season the ground beef first, then place it on a plate before assembling the tostadas.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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Tostada, 5 ways

Four creators posted their own. Most use olive oil, cilantro, lime, avocados and garlic clove.

  1. Mo Flavors50 min17 ingr.Only this one uses ny strip steak, roma tomatoes and red onion
  2. Brooke Carson35 min5 ingr.Only this one uses ground beef and taco seasoning
  3. Notorious Foodie50 min19 ingr.Only this one uses sushi grade tuna, tomatillos and spring onion
  4. Pinch of Yum20 min7 ingr.Only this one uses tortillas, eggs and enchilada sauce
  5. Brooke Carson8 hr 20 min24 ingr.Only this one uses beef chuck roast, simply birria seasoning packet and beef broth
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