Tostadas de Coliflor al Pastor (Pastor Cauliflower Tostadas)
Roast cauliflower coated in smoky al pastor marinade with caramelised pineapple on crisp tostadas, cooled with salsa verde.
Made with Salsa verde (cooked tomatillo salsa) and Tostadas and totopos (tortilla chips) and Al pastor marinade. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time45 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.56 a head
- Oven220°C (200°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Toss the cauliflower with the oil and your ready made al pastor marinade (see the base recipe) until every piece is coated.
- 2
Spread the cauliflower on a large baking tray in one layer. Roast for 20 minutes, turning once.
20 min - 3
Scatter the pineapple over the tray and roast for 8 to 10 minutes more, until the cauliflower has charred edges and the pineapple is caramelised.
9 min - 4
Warm the tostadas (see the tostadas and totopos base recipe) in the oven for the last 3 minutes.
3 min - 5
Spoon the cauliflower and pineapple onto the tostadas. Add a spoonful of salsa verde (see the base recipe), the onion and coriander, and serve with lime wedges.
Tips
- Cut the florets small so they char and cook through in the same time. Use a large tray so they roast instead of steaming.
- Roasting the pineapple alongside gives it the browned edges that spit-roasted pineapple gets on a trompo.
- The marinade is thick. Toss with your hands to get into every crevice.
- Add chopped chipotle if you want a smokier, hotter finish.
Storing and freezing
Cool within 1 to 2 hours and keep the cooked cauliflower in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a hot oven until steaming hot all the way through. Assemble on fresh tostadas only when serving.
Questions
What is al pastor?
Al pastor is Mexico City style marinated pork, cooked on a vertical spit and served with pineapple. The marinade of dried chillies, achiote and pineapple is easy to use on vegetables too.
Will cauliflower go soggy?
Not if you roast it on a large tray at a high heat. Crowding the tray causes steaming, so use two trays if needed.
Is it vegan?
Yes. The cauliflower, marinade, salsa verde and corn tostadas are all plant based. Always check the label on bought tostadas.
More made with salsa verde (cooked tomatillo salsa)
Bistec en Salsa Verde (Beef Strips in Green Salsa)
GFDFEFQuesadillas de Hongos con Queso (Mushroom and Cheese Quesadillas)
GFEFNFChilaquiles Verdes con Arrachera (Green Chilaquiles with Steak)
GFNFTacos de Coliflor Adobada (Adobo Cauliflower Tacos)
GFDFEFSee every dish made with salsa verde (cooked tomatillo salsa)
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.