Valentine Tostados Recipe

Name: Valentine Tostados
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can Refried Beans, 16 Ounce Can; 1/4 teaspoons Ground Cumin; 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper; 1/2 cups Water; 6 whole Corn Tortillas; 1/2 cups Canola Oil; 1 cup Salsa; 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 1-1/4 cup Chopped Purple Cabbage; 1 cup Chopped Tomatoes; 1/2 cups Chopped Cilantro; 1/2 cups Chopped Green Onions; 1/2 cups Chopped Lettuce (Optional); 1 cup Sour Cream

Servings: persons

1 can Refried Beans, 16 Ounce Can
1/4 teaspoons Ground Cumin
1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper
1/2 cups Water
6 whole Corn Tortillas
1/2 cups Canola Oil
1 cup Salsa
2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1-1/4 cup Chopped Purple Cabbage
1 cup Chopped Tomatoes
1/2 cups Chopped Cilantro
1/2 cups Chopped Green Onions
1/2 cups Chopped Lettuce (Optional)
1 cup Sour Cream

1
In a medium size pan add the refried beans, cumin, garlic, pepper, and water. Stir together and warm on low to medium heat.
2
Put your tortillas onto a cutting board. Cut each corn tortilla into the shape of a heart using a sharp knife.
3
Heat a small skillet on medium heat and add the canola oil. To test if the oil is hot enough dip just an edge of the tortilla into the oil and if it sizzles the oil is ready and you can add the entire heart tortilla. Cook until each side of the tortilla is golden brown (about 3 or 4 minutes). Remove the tortilla from the oil and set on a paper towel. Repeat until all tortillas are cooked. Set aside.
4
Spread the refried beans on top of the tortilla shells. Next spread the salsa on top of the beans and top with the cheese, purple cabbage, tomatoes, cilantro, green onions, and lettuce (optional).
5
Add the sour cream to a pastry bag with your favorite decorative tip. Pipe the sour cream around the outside edges of the tostada so that it resembles the look of lace. Or make any decoration with the sour cream you would like. Serve warm or at room temperature for a meal or appetizer.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can Refried Beans, 16 Ounce Can, 1/4 teaspoons Ground Cumin, 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder, 1/4 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper, and more.

Yes, Valentine Tostados falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Valentine Tostados

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