Everyone makes a large amount of pulled pork but then runs out of recipes for using its delicious meat. Well, I have the solution for you. Make this easy and delicious pork tostadas recipe. You’re welcome.
Just imagine juicy, delicious shredded pork heaped on a crunchy tortilla that is also topped with beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and drizzled crema! Now imagine grabbing your fork and knife, cutting into this delicious pork pyramid, taking a bite and realizing that the cause of the party going on in your mouth is this delicious recipe.
I like the party that happens in my mouth and I know you will too.
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Helpful tips
- You can make the pulled pork either the same day or even days before. The meat also freezes well.
- If I plan to use the meat from the freezer, I take it out the day before and let it defrost in the fridge overnight.
- I prefer flour over corn tortillas but use whatever you prefer.
- Get away from the conventional cooking spray and get a healthier version like olive oil spray. You’ll be happy you did.
- When you bake the tortillas, I recommend standing at the oven and checking through the window to make sure they don’t get too brown.
- The tortillas may puff up or bubble, but don’t worry about it because once you start putting on the layers, they will flatten out.
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas – or corn if you prefer.
- Refried beans – I use black beans in this recipe but feel free to use pinto beans.
- Pulled pork – you can also use shredded chicken or beef.
- Shredded cheese – Mexican blend.
- Shredded lettuce – I used butter lettuce but you can use shredded romaine or iceberg.
- Tomato – I use organic, vine-ripened.
- Crema – homemade is best but if you don’t want to make it or have the time to make it, use store bought. A good alternative is sour cream.
- Guacamole – Optional but oh-so-yummy!
How to make pork tostadas
Pre-step
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and get a jelly roll pan and olive oil spray.
If you are making more than a few tostadas, use a few jelly roll pans or crisp them in batches.
Step one
Separate the tortillas and place as many as you like on the pan. Spray some olive oil on the tortillas and use your fingers to spread it around to cover the tortillas. (A)
Step two
Bake for 5 minutes, flip and cover the other side with olive oil and bake for another 3 – 5 minutes. Notice the tortilla in the front has a bubble. 🙂 (B)
Step three
As the tortillas are baking, heat the black refried beans, heat the pulled pork, cut the tomato in chunks and rip up the lettuce. (C)
Step four
Smear beans over the crispy tortillas. (D)
Step five
Add pulled pork on the beans (E) and sprinkle shredded Mexican cheese over the pork. (F)
Step six
Add lettuce (G) and then the tomato. (H)
Step seven
This is optional but you’re going to love it. Dribble crema over the tomatoes.
And because I’m me, I wanted more pork.
Perfect.
I hope you enjoyed this pork tostadas recipe. It’s so delicious.
And as always, may all your dishes be delish.
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Ingredients
- 4 flour tortillas (or corn – use as many as you like)
- 2 cups refried beans (pinto or black)
- 2 cups pulled pork (or as much as you like)
- .25 cup shredded Mexican cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup tomato (chopped)
- 4 tablespoons crema (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F
- Put tortillas on the jelly roll pan and spray olive oil on them and take your fingers and spread it around the tortilla. Bake for 5 minutes
- Flip and spray more oil and spread it on the tortillas. Bake for 3 – 5 minutes. Stand at the oven and check after 3 minutes to make sure they aren't getting too browned
- Spread refried beans on the tortillas
- Add pork, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and crema if using it
- Add more pork if you want to be like me
- Eat
- Smile
- Enjoy
Equipment
Notes
- You can make the pulled pork either the same day or even days before. The meat also freezes well.
- If I’m using my pulled pork from the freezer, I take it out the day before and let it defrost in the fridge overnight.
- I prefer flour over corn tortillas but use whatever you prefer.
- Get away from the conventional cooking spray and get a healthier version like olive oil spray. You’ll be happy you did.
- When you bake the tortillas, I recommend standing at the oven and checking through the window to make sure they don’t get too brown.
- The tortillas may puff up or bubble, but don’t worry about it because once you start putting on the layers, they will flatten out.
Gloria
Well you can NEVER run out of ways to use delicious pork like this. I know my family would devour these any night of the week. Once we can entertain again, I think this would be the perfect party recipe.
Elaine
I could make and eat pulled pork every single week! Thank you for your comment Gloria and I can’t wait for this all to be behind us.
Nart
This looks great! i’ll make it my dinner tonight! 🙂
Elaine
Enjoy Nart and thanks for your comment!
Anita
The best way to enjoy pulled pork. And it’s very easy to me too. Simply spread all the ingredients and let my family fill their own tortillas. 🙂
Elaine
That’s the best part Anita is when they serve themselves. 🙂 Thanks for your comment.
Krissy Allori
This sounds just so good. I have some leftover pork that I’m going to shred and make these this week. Taco Tuesday just got an upgrade. Thank you!
Elaine
Hehe. Enjoy Krissy! Thanks for commenting!
Irina
This is one of the best options to gather friends during summertime and make these pork tostadas. Bookmarking for later, and looking forward to organizing everyone with this delicious task:)
Elaine
Thanks Irina. It’s perfect with a bunch of people!!
Chichi
This recipe is super. Your tips are very helpful and I will be making thus recipe soon. Thank God I have all the ingredients. Thank you.
Elaine
Thanks Chichi! I hope you enjoy it when you make it!
Chef Dennis
Hmmm super yum! This Pork Tostadas look soooo delicious and would be perfect for our weeknight dinner. I’m really running out of ideas for dinner. Good thing I saw this!
Elaine
Thanks Dennis! 🙂 I hope you enjoy it when you make it.
Beth
I always make a huge pork shoulder when we smoke. I was so happy to find your recipe, because I really don’t like freeze it. I freezer burns so quickly! Your recipe was a God sent and we all really enjoyed them!
Elaine
Thanks Beth. I find if I freeze the pulled pork in juice, it freezes well. I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it! 🙂
Gabby
I am so doing this over the weekend! We have a pork shoulder ready to be smoked and we will have oodles of it left like we always do. And I have a few cans of beans too. Perfect. Thanks for the great recipe!
Elaine
You’re welcome Gabby! I hope you enjoy it! It is one of my favs! I find that anything that delivers pulled pork into my mouth is one of my favs. 😉
Sharon
These pork tostadas are my new addiction! The fresh cream is the perfect complement to the layers of flavor.
Elaine
Thanks so much Sharon! 🙂 I appreciate it!
Sophie
That looks extremely delicious! Perfect for my Cinco De Mayo backyard celebration. Thank you.
Elaine
I look forward to Cinco de Mayo every year because we make a bunch of different Mexican dishes. This year will be different, but hubby and I are going to be having these tostadas again! Thanks for your comment Sophie!
Tara
Pork is one of my favorite meats to cook with. I love easy weeknight meals and I have frozen pulled pork in my freezer! Tomorrow’s dinner is planned. Thanks You!
Elaine
You’re welcome Tara! I hope you enjoy them. They are super easy to make especially when you have pork in the freezer.
Mikayla
I’m totally guilty of having waaaay too much pulled pork and not enough ideas. This is a simple but tasty solution for sure! I love the use of flour tortillas, as I prefer them to corn, we’ll be trying this asap with some pulled pork from the freezer!
Elaine
Yay! I hope you enjoy it Mikayla! It’s one of my favorite easy Mexican dishes! And I’m like you, I always seem to make pulled pork at least once a month and look for ways to eat it that will make it interesting for hubby.
Cory
Love the recipe and the tips. Sent it to mum to try it and she gave the seal of approval.
Elaine
Yay! I’m happy to hear that Cory. Thanks for letting me know.
Marisa F. Stewart
Pork is such a versatile meat and having it in the shredded form you can create so many great recipes. The Tostadas would be ideal for a friendly gathering – once we can have them. I know that the delicious looking tostadas wouldn’t last long with our family.
Elaine
I miss family gatherings Marisa! I too can’t wait. And thank you for your comment.
Jo
A meal like this one is my absolute favorite. I looove pulled meat and crispy tostadas along with meat is the best thing ever. Delicious!
Elaine
Thanks so much Jo! I’m in total agreement with you.
Colleen
This is a delicious way to enjoy pulled pork instead of the usual sandwhich. These will be such a hit at my house. Thanks for sharing!
Elaine
Thanks Colleen. I hope you and your family enjoy it. It’s one of the most requested recipes from my family.