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Fresh Pear and Pork Tostadas
Courtesy of USA Pears
Servings: 5
Prep Time: 25 Min. Cook Time: 20 Min. What you need:
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Tostada:
+ 1 lb. pork tenderloin, cubed + 1/2 onion, cut into chunks + 1 clove garlic, minced + oil, as needed + 10 corn tortillas + 2 carrots, peeled, grated + 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced + 1 bundle fresh chives + 3 Anjou, Bosc, or Red Anjou USA Pears, sliced and cored + fresh lemon juice + 3 c. grated cheddar cheese + 1 head lettuce, grated Dressing: + 1/2 c. olive oil + 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper + 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped + 1 tsp. cilantro seeds + 3 Tbsp. vinegar + salt and pepper to taste What to do:
1. Heat water to boiling in a saucepan. Add the pork meat with the onion and the garlic clove; season with salt and pepper.
2. While the meat is cooking, mix the dressing ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste and set aside. 3. Add a little oil to a frying pan and brown the tortillas until they are golden and crisp. 4. When the pork is cooked, shred meat and mix with grated carrots, red onion, and chives; mix well and season with additional salt and pepper to your taste. 5. Slice the pears and set them aside. Bathe the pears in a light lemon and water solution to prevent browning. 6. Place one tortilla on each serving plate; add 1/2 c. cheese and a spoonful of meat, Top with a second tortilla, lettuce, and pear slices. Pour dressing over top or serve with dressing on the side. |
