Mexican Chipotle Tuna Tostadas

Mexican Chipotle Tuna Tostadas

This post was sponsored by Bella Portofino as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

It’s a New Year, and I’m so looking forward to seeing what 2018 has in store for us! I know that many people have started New Year’s resolutions to exercise more or lose weight. My resolution is more about adding more variety to our weekly menu, including more fish and seafood dishes. That’s why today I’m making a recipe using Bella Portofino Tuna. It’s very delicious and it’s a great option for those of you looking to make healthier choices in 2018.

We’ll be using this tuna to make some scrumptious Chipotle Tuna Tostadas that are easy to make and can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Sort of making Tinga, but a Tuna Tinga. The Bella Portofino canned tuna is made with wild-caught and hand-selected tuna that’s packaged with high-quality extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of salt. It’s rich, mellow flavor combines with the smokiness of the chipotle peppers to create a delightful tuna tinga you won’t be able to get enough of! And the best part is that it’s healthy, too! The tuna is an excellent source of protein and Omega 3s.

But enough talking, let’s get the recipe!

MEXICAN CHIPOTLE TUNA TOSTADAS

Serves 4 (8 tostadas)

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
• ½ cup chopped white onion
• 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
• 2 cups of chopped tomato
• 1 chipotle pepper in adobo*
• 1 teaspoon of Mexican oregano
• 2 cans (4 oz. each) Bella PORTOFINO canned tuna
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 medium size corn tostadas
• ¾ cups of refried beans (black or pinto beans)
• 2 cups of shredded lettuce
• ½ cup queso fresco, crumbled
• ½ cup Mexican cream

NOTES:

If you like your food a little spicy, add an additional chipotle pepper.

DIRECTIONS:

• Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and the garlic and cook for about 3 minutes, until the onion becomes transparent.
• Stir in the tomato, chipotle pepper, and oregano and cook for about 8 minutes, until the tomato has cooked and released its juices.

• Add the tuna and cook for 5 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
• To assemble the tostadas, spread about a tablespoon of beans on the tostada, then top with the tuna tinga and some shredded lettuce. Sprinkle with a small amount crumbled queso fresco and drizzle with few drops of cream.

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MEXICAN CHIPOTLE TUNA TOSTADAS

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings: 4 (8 Tostadas)

Author: Mely Martinez - México in my kitchen

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
• ½ cup chopped white onion
• 1 large garlic clove finely chopped
• 2 cups of chopped tomato
• 1 chipotle pepper in adobo*
• 1 teaspoon of Mexican oregano
• 2 cans 4 oz. each Bella PORTOFINO canned tuna
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 medium size corn tostadas
• ¾ cups of refried beans black or pinto beans
• 2 cups of shredded lettuce
• ½ cup queso fresco crumbled
• ½ cup Mexican cream

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and the garlic and cook for about 3 minutes, until the onion becomes transparent.
2. Stir in the tomato, chipotle pepper, and oregano and cook for about 8 minutes, until the tomato has cooked and released its juices.
3. Add the tuna and cook for 5 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
4. To assemble the tostadas, spread about a tablespoon of beans on the tostada, then top with the tuna tinga and some shredded lettuce. Sprinkle with a small amount crumbled queso fresco and drizzle with few drops of cream.

Recipe Notes

• If you like your food a little spicy, add an additional chipotle pepper.

Provecho!

Mely,

If you enjoy making meals with canned tuna, check these recipes: Tuna Empanadas, & Chipotle Tuna Sandwich. 

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