Tostada is the name given to various dishes in Mexico
and other parts of Latin America which include a toasted tortilla as the main base of their preparation.
The name usually refers to a flat or bowl-shaped tortilla that is deep-fried or toasted, but may also refer to any
dish
using a tostada as a base. It can be consumed alone, or used as a base for other foods. Corn tortillas are usually
used for tostadas, although tostadas made of wheat or other ingredients can also be found.
