Flank Steak Tostadas with Cilantro Cream

Flank Steak Tostadas with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce 

serves 8

2 t. salt

2 large white onion

8 cloves garlic

spices of choice (cumin, chipotle)

Put in slow cooker, add water just to cover, cook on Low 8-9 hours. (Or cook without water about 6 hours).  Remove , let stand until just warm, shred with fork or fingers.  If not using immediately, cover and refrigerate.

Cilantro Yogurt Sauce (blend, but don’t completely puree)

2 c. 6 lbs. flank steak, trimmed of fat

thick plain yogurt

juice limes

2 cloves garlic, pressed

1 t. salt

2 c. finely chopped fresh cilantro

To serve:

16 6-in. corn tortillas

4 tomatoes, diced

4 c. shredded carrots

2-4 ripe avocados

1 c. chopped white onion or green

1 c. bell pepper, seeded and minced

6 c. shredded napa cabbage, iceberg or romaine lettuce

1 c. fresh cilantro leaves for garnish