Rich Mexican Tinga Tostadas with Chipotle-Orange Salsa
A Flavorful and Spicy Mexican Delight
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Mexico with these delightful tostadas, topped with spicy chicken tinga and a zesty chipotle-orange salsa.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
Chicken Tinga
Chipotle-Orange Salsa
Tostadas
Garnishes
Preparation
Marinating the Chicken Tinga
Mix the marinade
In a bowl, mix together smoked paprika, ground cumin, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
Use smoked paprika for extra smoky flavor.
Coat the chicken
Add diced chicken thighs, coating them well.
Marinate
Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Chipotle-Orange Salsa
Combine ingredients
In a small bowl, combine minced chipotle, orange zest, and juice.
Add vegetables
Stir in chopped cilantro and diced red onion.
Season and chill
Season with salt and mix well. Chill until serving.
For a more intense flavor, prepare the salsa a day in advance.
Cooking Process
Cooking the Chicken Tinga
Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent, add marinated chicken with marinade, and cook until the chicken is tender.
Making Tostadas
Brush tortillas with olive oil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) until crispy.
Assembling Tostadas
Top each tostada with chicken tinga, a dollop of chipotle-orange salsa, and garnishes.
Plating & Serving
Rich Mexican Tinga Tostadas with Chipotle-Orange Salsa
Rich Mexican Tinga Tostadas with Chipotle-Orange Salsa
Plating & Serving
Arrange the crispy tostadas on a serving platter, layer with chicken tinga, top with chipotle-orange salsa, and finish with garnishes.