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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.
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