What is Shredded Beef Tostadas made of?

The main ingredients are Beef Stock, Black Pepper, Chipotle Powder, Chuck Roast, Diced Onion. The full list of 26 is above.

How long does it take to make Shredded Beef Tostadas?

About 2 hrs 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 20 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 547.4 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Shredded Beef Tostadas easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 26 ingredients and 8 steps.

Is Shredded Beef Tostadas healthy?

Shredded Beef Tostadas has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 547.4 calories and 34.95 g of protein, or 70% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 969.54 mg (42% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.9 g (60% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Shredded Beef Tostadas

Name: Shredded Beef Tostadas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 2 h 20 min
Total time: 2 h 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Mexican
Ingredients: 1 cup Beef Stock; 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 2 tsp Chipotle Powder; 1 lb Chuck Roast; 0.5 cup Diced Onion; 1.5 cups Diced Tomatoes; 1 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil; 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro; 1 tsp Garlic Powder; 0.5 tsp Ground Coriander; 0.5 tsp Ground Cumin; 3 tbsp Guacamole; 6 whole Lime; 0.5 whole Lime Juice; 1 tsp Mexican Oregano; 1.5 tsp Minced Garlic; 1 tsp Onion Powder; 1 whole Orange Juice; 2 cups Refried Beans; 3 tbsp Salsa; 0.5 tsp Salt; 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 2 cups Shredded Lettuce; 1 tsp Smoked Paprika; 3 tbsp Sour Cream; 6 whole Tostada Shell

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Tex-Mex 🇺🇸🇲🇽Mexican High-Protein 💪Sugar-Free Gluten-Free Halal 🕌

Shredded Beef Tostadas feature tender, slow-simmered chuck roast tossed with a smoky chipotle-tomato sauce, layered over warm refried beans on crisp tostada shells. Fresh lettuce, cheddar, tomatoes, salsa, and a touch of sour cream or guacamole add cool contrast and crunch. Ideal for a casual dinner or game-day spread with bright lime and cilantro to finish.

Prep20 mins
Cook2 hrs 20 mins
Serves6
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Shredded Beef Tostadas, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

51 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 53 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 24 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 91 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients: 2 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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29
Heart Health: 81
Metabolic: 53
Digestive: 30
Inflammatory: 55
Performance: 53
General Wellness

1

Make the spice rub: In a bowl, mix together chili powder, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2

Rub 1 tablespoon of the spice rub on each side of the chuck roast. Reserve the remaining spice rub for later.
3

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned roast to the hot oil and brown for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
4

In the same skillet, cook the onions, stirring often, until they start to turn translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the beef stock, 1/2 cup chopped tomato, orange juice, lime juice, and the remaining spice rub.
5

Return the roast to the skillet and bring to a boil. Cover, lower the heat, and simmer gently until the meat is tender and cooked through, about 2 hours. Remove the meat from the skillet and move it to a cutting board.
6

Carefully pour the contents of the skillet into a blender or food processor. Pulse several times until the sauce is smooth.
7

Trim off and discard any visible fat from the meat. Shred the meat with two forks. Return the shredded beef to the skillet with about 3/4 cup of the pureed tomato sauce. Add more, if desired, to reach your preferred consistency. Refrigerate any leftover tomato sauce in a sealed container for another use, if desired.
8

To assemble the tostadas, spread about 1/3 cup refried beans on each tostada shell. Add layers of the shredded beef mixture, lettuce, Cheddar cheese, and the reserved chopped tomatoes. Drizzle with salsa and top with a dollop of sour cream and guacamole. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Servings

Ingredients

Beef Stock 1 cup
Black Pepper, To Taste 0.5 tsp
Chipotle Powder, To Taste 2 tsp
Chuck Roast 1 lb
Diced Onion, Chopped 0.5 cup
Diced Tomatoes, Chopped 1.5 cups
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 1 tbsp
Fresh Cilantro, Chopped 0.25 cup
Garlic Powder 1 tsp
Ground Coriander 0.5 tsp
Ground Cumin 0.5 tsp
Guacamole, To Taste 3 tbsp
Lime 6 whole
Lime Juice 0.5 whole
Mexican Oregano 1 tsp
Minced Garlic 1.5 tsp
Onion Powder 1 tsp
Orange Juice 1 whole
Refried Beans 2 cups
Salsa, To Taste 3 tbsp
Salt, To Taste 0.5 tsp
Shredded Cheddar Cheese 1.5 cups
Shredded Lettuce 2 cups
Smoked Paprika 1 tsp
Sour Cream, To Taste 3 tbsp
Tostada Shell 6 whole

About This Recipe

Shredded Beef Tostadas is made with 26 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 2 hrs 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beef Stock, Black Pepper, Chipotle Powder, and Chuck Roast. Each serving provides about 547.4 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Shredded Beef Tostadas made of?: The main ingredients are Beef Stock, Black Pepper, Chipotle Powder, Chuck Roast, Diced Onion. The full list of 26 is above.
How long does it take to make Shredded Beef Tostadas?: About 2 hrs 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 20 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 547.4 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Shredded Beef Tostadas easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 26 ingredients and 8 steps.
Is Shredded Beef Tostadas healthy?: Shredded Beef Tostadas has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 547.4 calories and 34.95 g of protein, or 70% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 969.54 mg (42% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.9 g (60% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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