shrimp tostadas
Crispy tostadas topped with seasoned shrimp, fresh vegetables, and zesty lime crema.
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
For the tostadas
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup refried beans optional
- 1 cup cabbage shredded
- 1 cup tomato diced
- 0.5 cup avocado sliced
- 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
For the lime crema
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
Prepare the shrimp
- In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Toss to coat evenly.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
Prepare the tostadas
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place corn tortillas on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes until crispy.
- Spread refried beans on each tortilla if using, then top with cooked shrimp, shredded cabbage, diced tomato, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
Make the lime crema
- In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
- Drizzle the lime crema over the assembled tostadas before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like jalapeños or cheese.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg