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    Home » Dinner » Mexican » Pork Tostadas

    Pork Tostadas

    Last updated on March 8, 2022. Originally posted on March 8, 2022 By Elaine 34 Comments

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    Have leftover pulled pork but don’t feel like making another sandwich with the delicious meat? Well, I have the solution for you. Make this easy and delicious pork tostadas recipe. You’re welcome.

    Pulled pork and other ingredients on the tortilla with two other plates

    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 flavor of this tostada will cause a party in your mouth.

    I like these tostadas and I know you will too.

    This post may contain affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you click the link and buy something. You can read my disclosure here.

    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 carnitas, sliced pork tenderloin, sliced pork shoulder, 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!

    Other addons that go well with tostadas

    • Shredded cabbage
    • Radishes
    • Fresh lime juice
    • Chipotle powder
    • Jalapeńo
    • Chili powder
    • Sliced avocado
    • Fresh cilantro
    • Salsa

    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)

    Flour tortillas on a pan toasted

    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)

    Pulled pork on a plate and beans on tortillas

    Step five

    Add pulled pork on the beans (E) and sprinkle shredded Mexican cheese over the pork. (F)

    Pork and cheese on the tortillas

    Step six

    Add lettuce (G) and then the tomato. (H)

    Lettuce and tomatoes on tortillas

    Step seven

    This is optional but you’re going to love it. Dribble crema over the tomatoes.

    Close up of a pork tostadas with crema on top

    And because I’m me, I wanted more pork.

    Close up view of the pork on top of the tostadas

    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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    Pulled pork on top of one of the tostadas - square

    Pork Tostadas

    What makes these tostadas a stand out is the delicious pork and the crispy flour tortillas. Kids and grownups equally love to build this delicious dish.
    5 from 16 votes
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    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: pork tostadas, pulled pork tostadas, tostada recipes
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4 tostadas
    Calories: 209kcal
    Author: Elaine Benoit

    Ingredients

    • 4 flour tortillas (or corn – use as many as you like)
    • olive oil spray
    • 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.
      4 flour tortillas, olive oil spray
    • 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.
      olive oil spray
    • Spread refried beans on the tortillas.
      2 cups refried beans
    • Add pork, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and crema if using it.
      2 cups pulled pork, .25 cup shredded Mexican cheese, 1 cup shredded lettuce, 1 cup tomato, 4 tablespoons crema
    • Add more pork if you want to be like me.
    • Eat
    • Smile
    • Enjoy

    Equipment

    jelly roll pan
    olive oil spray
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    Notes

    Helpful tips
    • 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.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tostadas | Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 1008mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 524IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 145mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Gloria

      April 13, 2020 at 12:10 pm

      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.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 13, 2020 at 2:26 pm

        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.

        Reply
    2. Nart

      April 13, 2020 at 6:51 pm

      This looks great! i’ll make it my dinner tonight! 🙂

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 13, 2020 at 7:57 pm

        Enjoy Nart and thanks for your comment!

        Reply
    3. Anita

      April 13, 2020 at 6:54 pm

      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. 🙂

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 13, 2020 at 7:57 pm

        That’s the best part Anita is when they serve themselves. 🙂 Thanks for your comment.

        Reply
    4. Krissy Allori

      April 13, 2020 at 7:38 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 13, 2020 at 7:57 pm

        Hehe. Enjoy Krissy! Thanks for commenting!

        Reply
    5. Irina

      April 13, 2020 at 7:46 pm

      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:)

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 13, 2020 at 7:56 pm

        Thanks Irina. It’s perfect with a bunch of people!!

        Reply
    6. Chichi

      April 13, 2020 at 9:09 pm

      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.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 14, 2020 at 9:23 am

        Thanks Chichi! I hope you enjoy it when you make it!

        Reply
    7. Chef Dennis

      April 14, 2020 at 2:34 am

      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!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 14, 2020 at 9:24 am

        Thanks Dennis! 🙂 I hope you enjoy it when you make it.

        Reply
    8. Beth

      April 15, 2020 at 4:19 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 15, 2020 at 4:52 pm

        Thanks Beth. I find if I freeze the pulled pork in juice, it freezes well. I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Gabby

      April 16, 2020 at 6:28 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 17, 2020 at 9:59 am

        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. 😉

        Reply
    10. Sharon

      April 18, 2020 at 10:27 am

      These pork tostadas are my new addiction! The fresh cream is the perfect complement to the layers of flavor.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 19, 2020 at 11:20 am

        Thanks so much Sharon! 🙂 I appreciate it!

        Reply
    11. Sophie

      April 18, 2020 at 11:05 am

      That looks extremely delicious! Perfect for my Cinco De Mayo backyard celebration. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 19, 2020 at 11:21 am

        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!

        Reply
    12. Tara

      April 18, 2020 at 6:46 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 19, 2020 at 11:23 am

        You’re welcome Tara! I hope you enjoy them. They are super easy to make especially when you have pork in the freezer.

        Reply
    13. Mikayla

      April 18, 2020 at 8:42 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 19, 2020 at 11:26 am

        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.

        Reply
    14. Cory

      April 19, 2020 at 4:13 am

      Love the recipe and the tips. Sent it to mum to try it and she gave the seal of approval.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 19, 2020 at 11:27 am

        Yay! I’m happy to hear that Cory. Thanks for letting me know.

        Reply
    15. Marisa F. Stewart

      April 19, 2020 at 10:00 am

      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.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 19, 2020 at 11:27 am

        I miss family gatherings Marisa! I too can’t wait. And thank you for your comment.

        Reply
    16. Jo

      April 20, 2020 at 5:06 am

      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!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 20, 2020 at 12:57 pm

        Thanks so much Jo! I’m in total agreement with you.

        Reply
    17. Colleen

      April 20, 2020 at 6:38 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 20, 2020 at 8:20 pm

        Thanks Colleen. I hope you and your family enjoy it. It’s one of the most requested recipes from my family.

        Reply

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