Makes: 8 tostadas
Preparation: 20 minutes
Ingredients
-8 corn tostadas
-500 g cooked chicken, shredded
-400 g refried beans, warmed
-2 cups finely shredded lettuce
-2 tomatoes, sliced
-150 ml Mexican crema or sour cream
-150 g queso fresco or another crumbly white cheese
-Pickled jalapeños and carrots
-Salsa of your choice
-Avocado, optional
Method
1.- Spread a layer of warm refried beans over each corn tostada.
2.- Add shredded chicken and lettuce, followed by tomato slices.
3.- Top with crema, crumbled cheese and salsa.
4.- Finish with pickled jalapeños, carrots and avocado, if desired.
5.- Serve immediately so the tostadas remain crisp.
Place all the toppings on the table and let everyone prepare their own tostada—it is an easy and colourful dish for sharing.