How do you eat a tostada?

Most of the time, you can pick up the tostada and eat it just like a mini pizza.

What are blue corn tortillas made of?

Blue corn tortillas are made from naturally blue corn, which goes by many other names including Hopi maize and Tarahumara maize azul. Although we typically only see white and yellow corn in the US, throughout South America, there are a number of naturally occurring colorful varieties of corn, including blue, purple, and black.

What makes blue corn tortillas blue?

Corn varieties that are blue or purple in color contain high levels of anthocyanins. Anthocyanins are a class of anti-inflammatory phytochemicals that are known for giving foods their deep blue or purple color.

Is blue corn healthier than yellow corn?

Technically, blue corn may be slightly 'healthier' simply because it is richer in anti-inflammatory anthocyanins. But only slightly. (And know that each stage of processing loses some of these anthocyanins.) It is also higher in protein and lower in starch.

Does blue corn taste different?

Yes, but only slightly. It has a richer corn flavor, and many people find that it actually tastes a bit sweeter than yellow corn.

Dietary Substitutions and Modifications:

Paleo : no, corn, beans, and dairy are not Paleo Vegetarian : yes, these are vegetarian tostadas! Skip the butter and cheese or use dairy-free versions for vegan / dairy-free. Low FODMAP : these are not technically low FODMAP, but may be well tolerated in the early days of reintroduction.

Red, White, & Blue Corn Tostadas for Fourth of July

Description

These salty, savory, blue corn tostadas for Fourth of July are simple to put together and perfect for red, white, and blue celebrations!

Ingredients

Scale

1 can unsalted white beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup water
1 Tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup loosely packed (3.5 oz / 100g) cotija cheese (can use queso fresco or feta cheese; use more cheese as desired)
1/4 cup red salsa
12 grape tomatoes

Instructions

For the tortillas: preheat oven to 400ºF/205ºC. Rub or brush a little oil on both sides of the tortillas, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 4 minutes on each side (8 minutes total) until the tortillas are crispy but not too brown.
For the white beans: add the white beans, water, butter, salt, garlic powder, and ground cumin to a small sauce pan. Cook over medium-low heat until warmed through and soft enough to be easily mashed. You may need to add a little more water if you prefer a softer / looser consistency.
For the red, white, & blue corn tostadas:
1. Spread a layer of white beans over the base of each crispy tortilla.
2. Using a small spoon, spoon a small bit of salsa in strips across the tortilla to resemble the red stripes on the USA flag.
3. From there, sprinkle the crumbled cheese between the strips of salsa.
4. Finally, arrange the sliced grape tomatoes atop the salsa.

Notes

Alternatives: skip the cheese and butter to make this dairy-free. Melt white cheese of choice atop the white beans. Choose salsa OR tomatoes, or feel free to use minced red bell peppers or pico de gallo.

Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 8
Category: Snack, lunch
Method: Oven, Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican-American

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