Spicy Pork Tostadas Recipe

Name: Spicy Pork Tostadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 bone-in pork loin roast (about 3 pounds); 3 large onions, chopped; 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 1 cup salsa; 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed; 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro; 8 corn tortillas (6 inches); 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Servings: persons

3 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bone-in pork loin roast (about 3 pounds)
3 large onions, chopped
4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 cup salsa
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
8 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1
Combine the oregano, salt, pepper and cayenne; rub over roast. Place fat side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325u00b0 for 2 hours or until a thermometer reads 160u00b0.
2
In a large skillet, saute onions in 2 tablespoons oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the green pepper, salsa, corn, beans, paprika, pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cilantro; keep warm.
3
Shred pork with two forks; keep warm. In a large skillet, fry tortillas, one at a time, in remaining oil for 2 minutes on each side or until golden. Drain on paper towels.
4
Place tortillas on serving plates; top with shredded pork, onion mixture and cheese.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Spicy Pork Tostadas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spicy Pork Tostadas

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