tostados
Tostados is the plural form of the Spanish adjective tostad o, meaning toasted or roasted. The term is used across Spanish-speaking countries to describe foods and ingredients that have been heated until they brown and develop flavor. It is also used as a noun in certain contexts to refer to items prepared by toasting.
In culinary usage, toasting is a common technique for bread, seeds, nuts, and grains. Common expressions include
Nutritional and practical notes: toasting concentrates flavors and can reduce moisture but may also reduce some