It’s That Simple is our series about recipes so easy, you can make them with your eyes closed. Think small ingredient lists, casual techniques, and results so delicious you’ll text home about them.
Inspired by Contramar’s iconic tuna tostada, this budget-friendly version swaps jarred or canned tuna for the sushi-grade fish used in restaurants. Be careful not to overmix; throwing a few larger chunks of tuna into the mix will ensure a more satisfying texture, rather than something akin to tuna salad (delicious, just not the goal here).
Crispy tostada shells are combined with smoky chipotle mayo, plus slices of juicy mango and creamy avocado. It’s all topped off with a bright, punchy tuna blend. Serve with extra lime wedges, and you’ve got an impressive party appetizer or easy no-cook meal.
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Tips for making tuna tostadas
Can I use water-packed tuna instead of oil-packed tuna? Choose one that contains oil for this recipe. First, the tuna will have a smoother and richer texture. Second, the oil serves as a secondary ingredient—mixed with fresh lime juice, it forms a bright sauce for the fish.
Can I prepare the tuna mixture in advance? If stored in the refrigerator, the tuna mixture will last up to 2 days. Keep it tightly closed.
I don’t like mango—can I use something else? Ripe peaches or very soft pears will work. Slice thinly and scatter over the tostadas as you would mangoes.
How do you keep tostadas from getting soggy? Assemble just before serving. Wait until the last minute to add toppings to keep the shell crispy.
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