Low-Carb Beef Tostadas
Cripsy low-carb tortillas are topped with flavorful beef and topped with fresh veggies and cheese. Drizzled with a Mexican crema sauce, this is a hearty and satisfying meal for lunch or dinner that will become a staple at your house.
Equipment
- 1 knife
- Measuring spoons
- 1 skillet
- Paper towels
- 1 large baking sheet
- 1 Large spoon
- 1 Small bowl
Ingredients
- 4 llow-carb tortillas er
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tsp. garlic, minced
- 1 packet 1 packet taco seasoning mix or 2 Tbsp. homemade taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Toppings: lettuce, tomato, sour cream, black olives, green onion, guacamole
- For the Crema:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 Tbsp. heavy cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
Instructions
- Fry the tortillas in a little bit of oil until both sides are crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the ingredients for the crema until combined and smooth.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef with onion and garlic.
- Add salsa, water and taco seasoning.
- Cook until liquid is absorbed.
- Spread the meat mixture over the crispy tortilla and top with shredded lettuce, tomato, guacamole, black olives, green onion or whatever else floats your boat.
- Drizzle with the crema on top.